Adjunct Faculty - CPSYC 3413: Psychology of Women; Fall II; Asynchronous, Remote

About the role

Lesley University's department of Counseling and Psychology is seeking a highly qualified adjunct faculty member to teach: CPSYC 3413 Psychology of Women; Fall Semester II 2026; Asynchronous, Remote.

Course Description

This course introduces the theoretical foundations in which the study of the psychology of women is grounded. Sexism in the development of psychological and psychoanalytic theory; the diagnosis and treatment of women's psychopathology; and women's mental health are examined in depth. Psychosocial issues including gender differences, patterns of love and work, and lifespan development are also explored as they affect the psychological lives of women.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology or associated field (PhD preferred)
• Successful teaching at a university level (undergraduate teaching success preferred)
• Online teaching experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why Lesley

Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for its graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive, theory is integrated with practice and its 6,400 students and 90,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities.

Lesley is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to institutional and academic excellence at Lesley. In doing so, Lesley strives for a campus culture and community that fosters a true sense of belonging for all, provides opportunity for everyone to participate equally and fully in the Lesley experience, and helps to develop each individual's capacity to confidently and competently engage within and across difference.

Expressing Interest

A letter of interest, CV/resume, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.