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Adjunct Faculty - Psychology

Washington Adventist University

Adjunct Faculty

Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued. Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students. Regardless of title, every employee supports WAU's vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities.

Washington Adventist University is seeking candidates for adjunct faculty in the Department of Psychology. Applications will be reviewed periodically based on student enrollment needs. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not automatically accepted to teach at Washington Adventist University. Decisions to hire applicants are made at the discretion of the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Teach PSYC 450 Forensic Anthropology.
  • Maintain a professional level of instruction.
  • Grade, lecture, and discuss content with students.
  • Use Desire to Learn (D2L) to communicate with students.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Competent background in Forensic Psychology and Forensic Anthropology.
  • College teaching experience.
  • M.A Degree.

Washington Adventist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. WAU complies with all applicable federal and state laws, including the Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Washington Adventist University provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Maryland law. As a religiously affiliated institution, Washington Adventist University exercises its constitutional and statutory rights to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and reserves the right to claim exemption from certain provisions of Title IX and Title VII where they conflict with the university's religious beliefs and values.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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