Psychology: Introduction to Psychological Research and Ethics - Adjunct Faculty - Traditional Campus (Fall 2025) - College of Humanities and Social Sciences

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Join our mission in helping others find their purpose and start your instructor career with GCU. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at our Phoenix campus. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, we’d like to hear from you.

Why Work at GCU:

• Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
• 401(k)
• Employee Perks and Discounts
• Gym and Fitness Center
• Canyon Health & Wellness Center

GCU Traditional Campus -  Phoenix, AZ:

• Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Fall 2025 Semester (09/02/2025 - 12/14/2025)

Course: Introduction to Psychological Research and Ethics

This course serves as a foundation for undergraduates in the field of psychology. Professional skill development, such as an introduction to scientific reasoning, research foundations, critical thinking, literature reviews, and scholarly writing are covered, as well as contemporary ethical issues in the field of psychology. Students have the opportunity to apply guidelines proposed by the American Psychological Association Code of Ethics when exploring topics.

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions
• Engage students in learning course objectives and topics
• Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University

What You Will Bring:

• PhD in Psychology
• OR Master’s in Psychology with Research Ethics coursework
• Exceptions may be granted to individuals with a Master’s in any field possessing AND
  • 9 graduate credits in Psychology or substantial work/teaching experience

Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review :

• Your unofficial transcript reflecting degree earned with 9 graduate credit hours in the areas listed above
• Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees

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