Adjunct Professor(Remote), Psychology, Public Policy and Law (SFS) Candidate Pool 1

Alliant University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas: Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement. The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations. Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues. Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty. Our Mission: Alliant University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world. Our Vision: An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni. The School of Forensic Studies at Alliant University is dedicated to graduating rigorously educated and trained professionals who impact society, public opinion, and policy by applying forensic behavioral science in the service of preventing, investigating, and mitigating conflict and violence. Alliant programs share a common approach to education and training: effectively adapting theoretical principles to real-world situations and supporting students to strengthen their professional identities as ethical, effective, and compassionate forensic practitioners. Adjunct faculty are needed for dissertation committees: The PhD program in Psychology, Public Policy and Law is a fully online program. There are occasional synchronous meetings required of adjunct faculty. You can learn more about the School of Forensic Studies by visiting https://www.alliant.edu/schools/school-of-forensic-studies. If you are interested in joining our team of experts or have other questions about our program, please contact us at [email protected]. Application Description: Applicants to this position will be considered for a candidate pool encompassing one or more of the subject areas outlined in the job description. This pool will be used to identify qualified candidates for potential appointments during the 2026–2027 academic year. Starting Salary: $36 hourly (approximate). The following are the duties, responsibilities, skills and qualifications that Alliant requires from applicants for an adjunct professor position: Duties & Responsibilities:

• Research/scholarship mentoring and supervision.
• Dissertation or doctoral project support, guidance, review, and revision.
• Assessment and evaluation of students.
• Mentoring and advising students.

Required Skills:

• Proficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• The ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to problem solve.
• The ability to explain complex requirements in clear and concise terms.
• The ability to be flexible with workflow to meet the needs of the department and students and to manage multiple tasks per required deadlines.
• The drive to encourage, direct, hold accountable and guide students toward task completion.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with students and Alliant employees, as well as various academic departments.
• Culturally competent and ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse people.
• Highly motivated, focused and student-centered.
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal interactions, and to maintain confidentiality.
• Collaboration and partnering with other university stakeholders to support student success.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.

Minimum Requirements for the PhD program in Psychology, Public Policy and Law: Education: A doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant field Experience: Appropriate experience in the areas(s) of specialization and expertise. Other Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience teaching at the doctoral level.
• Experience teaching statistics and/or research methods to doctoral students.
• Experience serving as a dissertation chair or committee member.
• Experience teaching criminal or civil law or legal research to graduate students.
• Education or research in media psychology or the effects of media consumption.
• Education and/or experience in Behavioral Threat Assessment & Management.

Background Check Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position. Additional Information: Anti-Discrimination Policy: Alliant University prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation in its educational programs, services and activities, and in employment practices, including but not limited to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with outside vendors, use of contractors and consultants, and in its admission or access thereto, on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin or descent, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability (including physical, disease, psychiatric or psychological disability), medical condition, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, hair style or texture associated with race, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Alliant University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring a high quality of education through the diversity of the University community and the curriculum. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and people from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, as we actively seek to increase diversity at all levels. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 858-635-4509. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requires that we provide you with this Notice at Collection for California Employees and Applicants. This notice is about the collection and use of your personal information. We encourage you to read this notice carefully. Governing legislation: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the regulations implementing these statutes, and applicable federal and California law. Alliant University is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Company: Alliant University Country: United States of America State/Region: California City: Remote Postal Code: 92131 Job ID: 287256