Adjunct Instructor - Psychology

Title of Position: Adjunct Instructor - Psychology

Department: Social Sciences

Reports to Supervisor: Chair, Department of Social Sciences

FLSA:   Exempt

 Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

 Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

 All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.

 Adjunct Status: This is not a permanent position with the college.  Renewal from semester to semester is conditional based on enrollment and the instructional needs of the college. 

 Typical Schedule: Gender Psychology (PSYC 320) OR Personality Psychology (PSYC 330)  Schedule to be determined but evenings considered.

 Essential Job Duties: 

• Teach one section of Gender Psychology (PSYC 320) OR Personality Psychology (PSYC 330) during the spring 2026 semester

• Conduct office hours on campus (about one hour for every two credits being taught)
• Meet regularly with the program director or department chair
• Complete additional specific projects to be determined by the program director or department chair

• Other responsibilities as may be assigned to meet the needs of the department and college
  

Minimal Education, Skills and Ability:

• Master’s Degree in the appropriate subject area required.  Ph.D. or ABD preferred.
• Previous teaching at the college level preferred
• Positive work experience in a Catholic college environment preferred
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population

To Apply:   

Interested candidates should apply and submit the following information to Holy Cross College Career Opportunities. Position will remain open until it is filled.

• Cover Letter,
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching
• Statement of Research
• Three references (names and contact information)

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified.  Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status.