Job Description
The College of Arts & Letters of Stevens Institute of Technology has adjunct openings in the Program in Humanities and Social Sciences for the following course for the fall 2023 semester:
HSS 175 Fundamentals of Psychology
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The primary goal of this course is to give students an understanding of the major topics that make up the field of psychology. Psychologists study a variety of topics, including motivation, aggression, stereotyping, prejudice, cognition, childhood and developmental psychopathology, close relationships and attachment, stress, learning and memory in animals, the human brain and more. These topics are linked by common themes, theories and methods. This course will introduce students to a variety of theoretical perspectives, research methods, empirical findings, and practical applications of psychology. The breadth of psychological principles will be illustrated through current events, films, and other mass media. This course will encourage students to think critically about the methods used and conclusions drawn in psychological research.
Under this appointment, your responsibilities will include preparing and maintaining course syllabus, teaching assigned classes, attending all class sessions, grading and providing appropriate feedback to students, scheduling office hours, completing all assessments requirements, and attending at least one orientation meeting. You will also be required to provide your students and the College of Arts & Letters office with a comprehensive course syllabus before the start of the semester. The syllabus should include all course requirements, grading policy, assignments, expected exams and required reading. You will provide us with your textbook order in-time for materials to arrive well in advance of the first week of classes. Finally, you will be required to adhere to the policies as stated in the CAL faculty handbook.
Qualifications: Advanced degree in Psychology. Experience teaching at the University level required.
On-line applications required at https://stevens.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External. Positions will remain open until filled.
Applicants should be sure to include a cover letter, current c.v., statement of teaching philosophy, samples or link to work or portfolio (if applicable), and names and addresses of three references. Please combine all documents into a single PDF file prior to submission.
For more information, please visit: https://www.stevens.edu/the-college-of-arts-and-letters
Department
College of Arts and Letters
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