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Psychology Instructor - Adjunct

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... Psychology (Psyc&100) classes on campus. The successful candidate embraces the community college ... Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.

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How much do economic psychology jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for economic psychology in the United States is $53,568.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is economic psychology?

An Economic Psychology job involves studying how psychological factors influence economic decisions, such as consumer behavior, financial decision-making, and market trends. Professionals in this field apply psychological theories to understand spending habits, saving behaviors, and decision-making biases. They often work in academia, market research, financial institutions, or government agencies to improve economic policies and business strategies.

What skills and qualifications are needed for economic psychology?

To thrive in Economic Psychology, you need a robust understanding of both economic theory and psychological principles, often supported by an advanced degree in psychology, economics, or behavioral science. Familiarity with data analysis software such as SPSS, R, or Python is common, and certification in research methods or statistics can be advantageous. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills will help you effectively translate complex behavioral data into actionable insights. These capabilities are crucial for analyzing human behavior in economic contexts and informing policy, business strategy, or consumer research.

What does an economic psychologist do?

Professionals in Economic Psychology often split their days between data collection, designing or analyzing experiments, and interpreting research findings to understand how psychological factors influence economic decision-making. Daily tasks may also include preparing reports, collaborating with economists, marketers, or policy-makers, and contributing to cross-disciplinary projects. You may spend time conducting surveys, running focus groups, or using statistical tools to identify behavioral patterns. This diverse mix of responsibilities keeps the role dynamic and ensures that your work directly informs policy recommendations, product development, or organizational strategies.

What can you do with an economic psychology degree?

An economic psychology degree prepares individuals for roles that analyze consumer behavior, market trends, and decision-making processes. Graduates can work in market research, behavioral analysis, financial consulting, or policy development, often utilizing skills in data analysis, psychology, and economics. Job opportunities are available in corporate, government, and research settings, sometimes requiring proficiency with statistical tools and certifications in related fields.

Is economic psychology a good career?

Economic psychology is a specialized field combining psychology and economics to study decision-making and consumer behavior. Careers in this area often require advanced degrees and analytical skills, with opportunities in research, consulting, and policy analysis. It can be a rewarding career for those interested in understanding economic behavior and applying psychological principles.
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Infographic showing various Economic Psychology job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,568 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

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Job description

Title: Psychology Instructor

Position Type: Instructor

College: Front Range Community College

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: FRCC Social Sciences, Education, & Public Services

Campus: Boulder County Campus; Larimer Campus; Westminster Campus; Online Learning

Location: Longmont, CO; Fort Collins, CO; Westminster, CO; Online Learning

Salary Range: Varies by course. Please see Additional Information below.

This posting is an applicant pool for both in-person and online learning opportunities across all three of our campuses located in Fort Collins, CO (Larimer Campus), Longmont, CO (Boulder County Campus), and Westminster, CO (Westminster Campus). In your application, please indicate which type of instructor position you are applying for by answering the relevant questions.

Who We Are:

With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.

Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.

One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.

The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.

FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.

Job Summary:

As a part-time instructor in the Psychology Department, you provide instruction in all levels of psychology, including certificate and/or transfer levels. You work individually, as well as in collaboration with colleagues, to develop an innovative curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. Student retention and success are your top priority. You utilize technology and effective teaching strategies to develop students’ critical thinking skills.

You may be asked to teach at different times, locations and modalities to meet the needs of the College.

This position requires a strong on-campus presence and may require occasional travel to all three FRCC campuses.

Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A Master’s degree in one of several related degrees listed below.

OR

  • A Master’s degree in any field, plus 18 graduate credits in one of the related degrees listed below.

Related Degree: Social Psychology; Forensic Psychology; Behavioral Assessment; Behavioral Analysis; Behavioral Economics; Gender Studies; Health Psychology; Comparative Behavior; GeoPsychology; Applied Psychology; Industrial/Organizational; Behavioral Neuroscience; Behavioral Genetics; Community Psychology; Positive Psychology; Human Sexuality; Sports Psychology; Neuropsychology; Biopsychology; Organizational Sciences; Gerontology; Adult Learning, Training and Development, Educational Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, School Psychology. Counseling Psychology; Counseling licensure; Mental Health Counseling; Community Counseling; Clinical Counseling; Counselor Education; Marriage & Family Therapy; Clinical Mental Health; Rehabilitation Counseling, Drug & Rehab Counseling, Grief Counseling.

Selection Process:

The selection process for this instructor position will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be based on the completed application package submitted by the candidate.

This is an open talent pool. Applicants will be contacted based on the needs of the College. Open talent pools close on May 1 and reopen based on the needs of the College.

This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.

Application Procedures:

A completed application package includes:

  • A resume or CV;
  • A cover letter or letter of interest;
  • A copy of your academic transcripts or related licenses/certifications;
  • A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy; and
  • A list of courses and the semesters you have taught (if applicable).

The application will ask for you to provide three references. We ask that they are all professional references and at least one is a current/recent supervisor.

Additional Information/Benefits:

Transcript Note: While unofficial copies are accepted at the application stage, the following information must be included: your name, institution name, degree achieved (subject and degree type), date of degree achieved, and courses completed. If selected to move forward, official copies will be required.

Salary Information: The pay range for Part-Time Instructors varies, depending on the type of course, the contact ratio and contact hours. Please refer to our Part-Time Instructor Pay Matrix for detailed information.

Benefits Information: For information about benefits for Instructors and Hourly Employees, please see the Front Range Community College Benefits page.

Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.