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A Research Methods Instructor teaches students how to design, conduct, and analyze research effectively. They cover topics such as qualitative and quantitative methodologies, data collection techniques, and ethical considerations. This role is typically found in academic institutions, guiding students in developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Instructors may also assist with research projects, mentor students, and ensure they understand best practices in research.

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Adjunct Instructor - Research Methods II

New York University

New York, NY • On-site

$235.61/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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82nd of 630 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
The Department of Applied Psychology is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to lead the primary lecture for APSY-UE 1137: Research Methods II on Mondays & Wednesdays from 9:30-10:45 AM for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester. This position is responsible for delivering core curriculum lectures, guiding undergraduate students through quantitative and qualitative research designs, and supervising attached Course Assistants and recitation leaders.
Key Responsibilities
  • Primary Instruction: Prepare and deliver engaging, high-quality weekly lectures on advanced research methodologies, experimental designs, and data analysis.
  • Curriculum Management: Maintain and update the Brightspace course site, syllabus, assignment rubrics, and exams in alignment with departmental learning objectives.
  • Instructional Leadership: Direct and collaborate with assigned Course Assistants (CAs) and Recitation Instructors to ensure consistent grading and lab section alignment.
  • Student Mentorship: Hold dedicated weekly office hours to support undergraduate students in mastering course content and research design projects.

Qualifications
Qualifications
  • PhD in Psychology, or a related field preferred
  • Demonstrated expertise in research methods
  • Prior college-level teaching experience as an instructor of record or primary TA is strongly preferred.
  • Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and supporting a diverse undergraduate student body

Application Instructions
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via Handshake:
  1. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  2. A brief cover letter outlining your teaching philosophy and relevant research methods background

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the contact hour rate for this position is $235.61. This rate is based on the collective bargaining agreement with Local 7902

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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