The Institution:

St. John’s established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations. 

Commitment to Inclusion:

As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world. 

Division/Department Information:

The Department of Psychology exemplifies St. John's University's core values (Truth; Love; Respect; Opportunity; Excellence; and Service) and its Vincentian mission. The department is committed to academic excellence, operates in accord with accepted ethical principles and with respect for individual rights and dignity, is committed to service to the community, and demonstrates through its research, teaching, and clinical training an appreciation of the importance of cultural diversity.

The Psychology Department offers an undergraduate major and minor in Psychology. We also offer a combined B.A./M.A. in Psychology, as well as combined degrees with Criminology and Justice and Business Administration. 

We also offer the following graduate programs:

• Psychology (M.A.)
• School Psychology (M.S.)
• School Psychology (Psy.D.)
• Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.)
• Forensic Psychology (Certificate)

Responsibilities and Course Information:

PSY659 Psychological Measurement and Scaling (One section)

• This is a three-credit graduate course taken primarily by our MA students. This course will introduce students to issues and techniques in developing and evaluating psychological measures. Topics include generating items, item/test analysis, and structural equation modeling. This course is designed to provide students with the conceptual and technical skills necessary to develop and evaluate psychological tests and to understand psychometric measurement.

• Meet students in person once per week for two hours to lecture on course topics. Administer and grade assignments and exams.  

Qualifications 

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology or related fields
• Strong skills and knowledge about research design, implementation, and data analysis
• High level writing and reasoning skills
• Familiarity with CANVAS and R
• Ideally the instructor will have taught a similar course previously

Application Process

• CV is required with Doctoral Degree completed (No ABDs)
• Deadline = April 21, 2026
• Contact = Dr Ernest Hodges, Psychology Chairperson (hodgese@stjohns.edu)   

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the per credit salary is $1,906. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

*Important Note- St. John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer*

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.  

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.