Part-Time Psychology Adjunct Pool
The University of Texas at Arlington

Posting Number:

F00568P

Position Title:

Part-Time Psychology Adjunct Pool

Department:

Psychology

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Faculty

Position Status:

Part-time

Rank:

Non-Tenured

Work Hours:

Standard

Open to:

External and Internal

FLSA:

Exempt

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychology in the College of Science seeks qualified individuals for part-time teaching positions for the Academic Years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs. Courses may include Introduction to Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Statistics and Neuroscience using traditional classroom and online instruction; however, applicants with teaching experience in all psychological disciplines are encouraged to apply. Applying would add the applicant to a pool that is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises. These appointments will be part-time and with no guarantee of renewal. Review of applications will start immediately and will be ongoing.

You will be prompted in your online application to submit the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The adjunct pool will be required to teach classes on an as needed basis. Class sizes are typically large (+80). Adjuncts will be skilled in engaging and assessing undergraduate students through innovative pedagogical methods in both face-to-face and virtual modalities.

Required Qualifications:

A master's degree in a relevant field (psychology, neuroscience, statistics) is required with at least one year teaching experience at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications:

A PhD in psychology and at least two years previous teaching at the college level are preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility:

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Department Information:

The Department of Psychology, which is housed within the College of Science, offers both a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology. Additional information about our graduate and undergraduate programs can be found at https://www.uta.edu/psychology/index.php.

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

Multiple

Desired Start Date:

01/16/2025

Open Date:

08/28/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29442 and submit the following materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for 3 references
• Unofficial Transcripts (required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach)

Additional documents may be required by the department at a later date (e.g., course/teaching evaluations).
Questions may be addressed to: Dr. Nicolette Hass (nphass@uta.edu)
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta

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