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Affiliated (Part-time) Faculty | Media Psychology | Department of Marketing Comm

Emerson College, Boston, MA, United States


Join Our Community And Experience Emerson College! Media Psychology Major Program at Emerson College is looking for part-time faculty to teach Introduction to Media Psychology Course during Fall 2026 (September 2nd to December 17th).

Successful candidates will have a firm grasp of foundational concepts in psychology and/or media, including:

core concepts and theoretical foundations of psychological science

complex interactions among human behaviors, media, and technology, including how media products are created, used, consumed, and shared

psychological and social impacts of media and technology on individuals, groups, societies, and cultures

competency in media, information, and digital literacies

ethical and social implications of media and technology, including issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Course Description For Introduction To Media Psychology (MP110) An interdisciplinary first-year seminar introducing students to the application of psychological science to analyze media design, production, and consumption, as well as the complex relationship between the individual and the media they create and consume. The course applies principles of learning, motivation, persuasion, attention, and cognition, and personal and social identity to analyze the use and psychological impact of emerging technologies. We explore human motivation (e.g., What makes us click?), life in an attention economy, technological design, fundamentals of media literacy, and ways of seeing and being in virtual spaces.

Submission Process Complete applications that include a cover letter, CV, and evidence of teaching effectiveness will be reviewed. A PhD or advanced degree in a related field is preferred.

Emerson College believes the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence is fostering a campus climate where everyone can thrive. We continually strive to cultivate a collaborative community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent, characterized by the intentional inclusion of individuals from varied backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. It is located in Boston. Emerson has campuses in Los Angeles and the Netherlands, as well as at MCI-Norfolk. We seek individuals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to our campuses to increase our depth, breadth, artistry, and diversity in our educational offerings.

Please note: In the job application, in the "CV/Cover Letter/Additional Documents" drop box, applicants must include all of the required materials listed above. You can upload each document separately or as a combined PDF. Your application will not be complete without these documents.

If you are having issues uploading, please email facultycareers@emerson.edu.

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