Part-time Faculty Pool: Psychology

Overview

Part-time Faculty Pool:
Psychology

Salary: $54,120.00 - $69,951.75 Annually

Job Type: Part-time

Job Number:

Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Department: Social Science and Fine Arts

Open pool for academic year . Additional compensation for doctorate.

Ready to join the transformation? Merced College is committed to innovation and student success as part of a modern, dynamic community college experience.

About Us:

Founded in 1962, Merced College emphasizes academic excellence and community engagement, blending tradition with innovation to support student achievement.

Location Perks:
Merced is a vibrant community with access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park nearby.

Merced College Mission:
At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision:
Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services. Programs include:
Degree/Certificate Programs, Transfer, Career Technical Education, Workforce Training, Lifelong Learning, Basic Skills, Community Engagement. Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, focusing on student achievement.

This is a part-time instructional assignment in the Social Science Cohort at Merced College under the general direction of the Dean of Social Science and Fine Arts. The professor could be assigned to teach a variety of courses, including Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Psychological Methods, Human Sexuality, and Personal and Social Adjustment courses. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening hours.

• Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
• Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g. grades and syllabi)
• Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
• Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
• Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
• Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes

Required
:

• Master's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in psychology OR
• Bachelor's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in psychology AND Master's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in counseling, sociology, statistics, neuroscience, or social work
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Preferred
:

• Teaching experience in the field
• Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments

How to Apply: Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages.

Required Documentation:

• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
• Resume
• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
• Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired.
• Diversity Statement:
  Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. Applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds. Describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Limit to one page.
• If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization.
• If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants seeking equivalency).
• Only the required documentation listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Additional documents will be removed from your profile.

Interview Information
:
Those applicants deemed highly qualified will be invited to oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates…