Title: Psychology Adjunct Instructor Pool AY 2025-2026

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences

Department: DAL-Psychology-514200

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidates qualifications, experience, and discipline, in acordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

At the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences our mission is to provide our student population with innovative instruction, student-centered learning, career guidance, and intellectual growth through a broad curriculum that encourages active participation in the local and global community.

The vision of the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences is to be a leader in impactful educational practices. Our knowledgeable and engaged faculty will facilitate student success by equipping graduates with professional skills and experiences.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for Psychology Adjunct Instructor Positions for Academic Year 2025-2026. The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching and to assist in further development of the UNT Dallas Department of Psychology.
At UNT Dallas, we embody the values of “Courageous Integrity”, “Be Curious”, “We Care”, “Better Together”, and “Show Your Fire”. We seek a passionate educator who is committed to empowering students, transforming lives, and strengthening communities. The successful candidate will contribute to UNT Dallas’s mission to foster learning, cultivate curiosity, and create an environment of respect and belonging for all students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology with at least 18 graduate hours in Psychology.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and instructing courses in Psychology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Adjunct faculty plans courses and implements and evaluates teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes. Adjunct faculty undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a range of undergraduate Psychology courses, including Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Introduction to Learning and Memory, Statistics in Psychology, and Psychophysiology, among others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology with significant experience in higher education.
• Successful experience teaching adults in a post-secondary institution.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience teaching and developing courses.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.

Environmental Hazards:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule:

Varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.