Salem State University

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

Location
Salem, MA
Pay
$1,610 – $1,987 per course
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 7, 2026

About this position

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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How the pay compares

Medians across listings on this board that disclose per-course pay, updated daily.

This listing
$1,610 – $1,987 per course
Psychology median
$4,005/ course, n=33
Massachusetts median
$6,275/ course, n=128

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