Adjunct Faculty Pool - Psychology AY 26-27

Position Announcement Position Details Proposed Start Date: 09/16/2026 Working Title: Adjunct Faculty Pool - Psychology AY 26-27 Department: 222000 - PSY Psychology Position Number: D97740 Representation: AP - AFT, Local 3571 Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept. Portland State University, with its 49-acre downtown campus, is a comprehensive public university enrolling 21,000 students. PSU seeks to meet the needs of its increasingly diverse population through its curriculum, research, and community service activities. PSU’s mission is to provide access through the lifespan to a quality liberal education for undergraduates and an appropriate array of professional and graduate programs. The Psychology Department serves approximately 1,200 undergraduate majors and offers classes of interest to undergraduate students from across campus. In addition to 18 full‑time faculty, the department works with a cadre of about 20–25 talented and dedicated adjunct part‑time faculty, many of whom have taught for the department for years. Portland State University’s Department of Psychology invites applications for local Adjunct Instructors with expertise in core areas of psychology and teaching experience to teach undergraduate sections of courses in psychology. Description Instructors must be qualified to teach courses in one or more of the following core areas (see PSU Bulletin for individual course descriptions): Introduction to Psychology I Introduction to Psychology II Cognition Decision‑making Experimental Psychology Developmental Psychology Human Development Developmental Psychopathology Motivation Psychology of Women and Gender Social Psychology Clinical Psychology Abnormal Psychology Psychopathology Counseling Human Sexuality Perception Personal and Social Adjustment Research Methods Social Science Statistics and Data Analysis Native American Psychology Infant Development Psychology of Eating Disorders Neuroscience Minimum Qualifications M.S. or M.A. in Psychology (or closely related field). Previous teaching experience. Instructor must reside in Oregon or SW Washington. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in Psychology (or closely related field). Previous experience teaching large undergraduate classes in psychology. Key Cultural Competencies Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals. Required Professional Standards of Conduct At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at Compensation Adjunct faculty members are paid per credit hour per the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement which can be found at Application Instructions Additional Information Applicants Should Upload A statement of teaching interest specifying desired courses and availability (for summer, fall, winter, and/or spring quarter). Curriculum vitae. Evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness (including summaries of teaching evaluations if possible). Names and contact information for two professional references with knowledge of the candidate’s teaching qualifications. If you have any questions about your application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Application Process The Psychology department collects applications on an ongoing basis to fill vacancies throughout the academic year. Review of applications occurs as new sections or instructors are needed. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required: Yes Posting Details Posting Close Date: 04/30/2027 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes: 04/30/2027 Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Interest Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness Professional References Optional Documents #J-18808-Ljbffr Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs