What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct, Psychology position at SUNY Morrisville?
Location: Morrisville, NY Category: Adjunct Faculty Posted On: Wed Mar 12 2025 Job Description:
Campus Title: Adjunct, Psychology
Budget Title : Adjunct
Unit: 08-UUP, view our generous state benefits summary here !
Salary Range: $4,500 per 3-credit course
Duration: Fall Semester, 8/25/25-12/12/25 (with the possibility of future semesters dependent on campus need)
Brief Description of Duties:
Adjunct pools are open continuously and applicants are contacted/hired year-round for assignments based on college needs. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, on-line, hybrid, weekend, and/or off campus classes.
Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area division chairs & dean;
Helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content;
Assessing student learning outcomes;
Maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field;
Continuing professional development;
Utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties;
Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position;
Fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member as outlined in the college faculty handbook.
Currently: SUNY Morrisville seeks candidates for adjunct faculty to teach PSYC 101 (Introduction to Psychology) and PSYC 211 (Lifespan Psychology) for the Fall 2025 semester in a flex format (in-person and online concurrently). Both courses are being offered in a flex format, with in person meetings on the Norwich campus, and some students joining remotely.
Brief Description of Courses:
PSYC 101. Introduction to Psychology. (3 Credits) M/W 3:30pm-4:45
This course includes an introduction to the scientific study of behavior, mental processes, and the influences upon them. It also covers major theories and findings in psychology, including learning, cognition, abnormal psychology, and others.
PSYC 211. Lifespan Development. (3 Credits) T/R 11:00am-12:15
Lifespan Development provides an in-depth study of the biological, cognitive, emotional and social aspects of human growth and development from conception to old age. Special emphasis is placed on contemporary theories including a focus on how research in the field is conducted.
Other courses may include:
Social Psychology and courses related to addiction and the CASAC
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in psychology or closely related discipline is required.
Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching Psychology (or closely related courses) at the college level.
Experience teaching in different modalities (in-person, online, flex, etc.)
Additional Information:
SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community. AA/EEO/ADA
In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY Morrisville; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY Morrisville University Police at (315) 684-6410, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at (315) 684-6070, Office of Human Resources at (315) 684-6038 and or by accessing the following web site https://www.morrisville.edu/contact/offices/university-police/clery-act
Campus Title: Adjunct, Psychology
Budget Title : Adjunct
Unit: 08-UUP, view our generous state benefits summary here !
Salary Range: $4,500 per 3-credit course
Duration: Fall Semester, 8/25/25-12/12/25 (with the possibility of future semesters dependent on campus need)
Brief Description of Duties:
Adjunct pools are open continuously and applicants are contacted/hired year-round for assignments based on college needs. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, on-line, hybrid, weekend, and/or off campus classes.
Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area division chairs & dean;
Helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content;
Assessing student learning outcomes;
Maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field;
Continuing professional development;
Utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties;
Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position;
Fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member as outlined in the college faculty handbook.
Currently: SUNY Morrisville seeks candidates for adjunct faculty to teach PSYC 101 (Introduction to Psychology) and PSYC 211 (Lifespan Psychology) for the Fall 2025 semester in a flex format (in-person and online concurrently). Both courses are being offered in a flex format, with in person meetings on the Norwich campus, and some students joining remotely.
Brief Description of Courses:
PSYC 101. Introduction to Psychology. (3 Credits) M/W 3:30pm-4:45
This course includes an introduction to the scientific study of behavior, mental processes, and the influences upon them. It also covers major theories and findings in psychology, including learning, cognition, abnormal psychology, and others.
PSYC 211. Lifespan Development. (3 Credits) T/R 11:00am-12:15
Lifespan Development provides an in-depth study of the biological, cognitive, emotional and social aspects of human growth and development from conception to old age. Special emphasis is placed on contemporary theories including a focus on how research in the field is conducted.
Other courses may include:
Social Psychology and courses related to addiction and the CASAC
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in psychology or closely related discipline is required.
Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching Psychology (or closely related courses) at the college level.
Experience teaching in different modalities (in-person, online, flex, etc.)
Additional Information:
SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community. AA/EEO/ADA
In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY Morrisville; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY Morrisville University Police at (315) 684-6410, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at (315) 684-6070, Office of Human Resources at (315) 684-6038 and or by accessing the following web site https://www.morrisville.edu/contact/offices/university-police/clery-act
Salary : $4,500
