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Adjunct Faculty Graduate, Psychology, Counseling, AY 2026-2027

Salem, MA
Part-Time

Job Description

Overview:

Salem State University is seeking adjunct instructors with interest and experience teaching topics Salem State University is seeking Adjunct Instructors with interest and experience teaching topics in mental health counseling such as research methods in psychology, developmental psychopathology, psychological testing, gender and human sexuality, practicum and internship seminar, multicultural counseling, differential diagnosis, group counseling, counseling theories, psycho-pharmacology, Research Methods and assessment & testing. Teaching assignments will include at least one in person course, depending upon the expertise of the candidate and needs of the programs. Three (3) years of full-time mental health counseling experience post licensure date is required to teach practicum or internship seminar. Candidates would need appropriate qualifications and experiences in teaching on an undergraduate or graduate level to be considered for a position in the M.S. Counseling program which emphasizes multicultural and social justice perspectives in mental health.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with faculty, in a school with future-directed leadership and a collective focus on academic excellence, the success of our students, and faculty development.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's degree
  • Teaching experience
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and collegiality
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching, supervision, and advising
  • Strength and potential for excellence and leadership in community engagement and university services
  • MA, LMHC, or Psychologist licensure
  • Ability to teach in person

Preferred Qualifications

  • Appropriate terminal degree
  • College-level teaching experience, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Experience teaching a multicultural population

Working Location:

This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with some on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach CV, cover letter, and official transcripts.

To ensure you are assigned the highest eligible rank, you should provide the total sum of credits you have taught at the college/university level. This information can be added to your CV, cover letter, or a separate document.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Overview:

Salem State University is seeking adjunct instructors with interest and experience teaching topics Salem State University is seeking Adjunct Instructors with interest and experience teaching topics in mental health counseling such as research methods in psychology, developmental psychopathology, psychological testing, gender and human sexuality, practicum and internship seminar, multicultural counseling, differential diagnosis, group counseling, counseling theories, psycho-pharmacology, Research Methods and assessment & testing. Teaching assignments will include at least one in person course, depending upon the expertise of the candidate and needs of the programs. Three (3) years of full-time mental health counseling experience post licensure date is required to teach practicum or internship seminar. Candidates would need appropriate qualifications and experiences in teaching on an undergraduate or graduate level to be considered for a position in the M.S. Counseling program which emphasizes multicultural and social justice perspectives in mental health.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with faculty, in a school with future-directed leadership and a collective focus on academic excellence, the success of our students, and faculty development.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's degree
  • Teaching experience
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and collegiality
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching, supervision, and advising
  • Strength and potential for excellence and leadership in community engagement and university services
  • MA, LMHC, or Psychologist licensure
  • Ability to teach in person

Preferred Qualifications

  • Appropriate terminal degree
  • College-level teaching experience, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Experience teaching a multicultural population

Working Location:

This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with some on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach CV, cover letter, and official transcripts.

To ensure you are assigned the highest eligible rank, you should provide the total sum of credits you have taught at the college/university level. This information can be added to your CV, cover letter, or a separate document.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Salem State University

Salem State is seeking employees to advance our mission of providing high-quality and affordable public higher education. 

As one of the region's largest employers, the scope of available full and part-time jobs ranges from tenure-track faculty positions to short-term, grant-funded positions. 

Our full-time, permanent jobs feature a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.

The campus is located in historic Salem on the scenic North Shore, about 15 miles from Boston. 

The area offers numerous learning and cultural opportunities and is easily accessed by both MBTA buses and commuter rail.

Salem State University, part of the Massachusetts state university system, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workforce.

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