Faculty Member, Psychology

AS977P

Job Title

Faculty Member, Psychology

Pay Rate

$70,000-$75,000 annually.

Position Type

Faculty Full-Time

Position Summary

Position Summary:

The Psychology faculty position supports the Social Sciences programs and strategic operation of the School of Public Service, Social Sciences and Education Faculty work as members of an instructional team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high quality instruction to students.

This position is part of the full-time faculty collective bargaining unit. Working conditions (including teaching load) are governed by the UAMD-FCC collective bargaining agreement.

The work that belongs to the bargaining faculty includes, but is not limited to, teaching, mentoring, advising and other instructional duties and assistance to students; professional service, including developing and maintaining the integrity of the curriculum and degree requirements, assessment and accreditation and other duties related to departmental and college organization and operation; discipline-appropriate scholarly and creative activity; other professional engagement in the broader life of the College community to maintain and continually work to improve the academic standards of the College and foster the conditions that enable the best possible College experience for students.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The primary focus of full-time faculty is on effective teaching and the many closely related activities essential to the discharge of this obligation. These activities include academic assessment, cooperation with the College’s requirement to comply with state, federal and local laws and regulations and curriculum development. Other critical faculty responsibilities may include but are not limited to implementation of new pedagogical delivery techniques, service on department, campus, or College committees; participation in student, course, and program outreach activities in the College and community; the development and implementation of strategies for student success; general student advising; and professional development.

• Teach core introductory general education courses as well as intermediate (200) level courses in Psychology.
• Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant and scholarly tools available.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum.
• Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes and advancement of critical communication skills.
• Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
• Attend and participate in department meetings, Commencement, Convocations, time sensitive meetings call by administration, student open houses, orientations and administrative days.
• Maintains a current level of knowledge and evidence-based educational practices for courses/subjects taught.
• Uphold and contribute to the Frederick Community College Strategic Plan.
• Demonstrates positive attitudes and uses effective skills in human relations with students, colleagues, administrators, and members of the community.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
  
  

• Master’s Degree in Psychology2. Two (2) years of college teaching experience
  
  

• Earned Ph.D. in Psychology, with additional graduate coursework in social psychology, abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, cultural diversity, or related discipline taught in the Social Sciences.
• Evidence of ability to teach social psychology, abnormal psychology, or developmental psychology.
• Evidence of engagement in professional academic association(s)
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Experience related to teaching and learning in a community college setting
• Experience with in-person and virtual instruction
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
  

Schedule determined according to course necessity. Courses are offered days, evenings, and weekends.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Telework Eligible?:

No

Essential Personnel?:

No

For Best Consideration

05/15/2026

Special Instructions To Applicants

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee and should briefly address your qualifications as related to the requirements of this position.

For best consideration, applications should be received by 05/15/2026. Review of applications after this date is not guaranteed.

A full list of FCC benefits can be found here: https://benefitguides.psafinancial.com/view/563817862/

FCC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical insurance, dental and vision plans, waiver of FCC tuition for employee and eligible dependents, tuition reimbursement, generous leave benefits, retirement plans, and more! Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values engagement and belonging for students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.