at University of Maine System in Farmington, Maine, United States
Job Description
The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) and the Division of Graduate and Continuing Education welcome passionate educators to join our team as a part-time adjunct faculty members. UMF’s Division of Graduate and Continuing Education provides a high-quality learning experience with educators respected in their fields.
The following courses may be offered to part-time faculty members during the 2026-2027 academic year
PSY 540 – Diagnosis and Treatment
This course will provide students with an understanding of psychopathology, the utilization of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders in clinical practice, assessment, and intervention of mental health diagnoses. Students will learn to conceptualize mental health disorders and their etiologies within various schools of counseling theory, including how assessment (e.g., intake interviews) informs the process of diagnosis and treatment planning. Additionally, students will identify ethical issues related to research and practice, the various definitions of normality and abnormality, and the significant impact of culture and diversity on diagnosis and treatment planning.Part-time temporary faculty members may be rehired in subsequent semesters based on course availability, schedule, funding, and performance. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
+ Lesson planning
+ Assignment design
+ Grading
+ Correspondence with students
+ Course coordination meetings
+ Required orientation and training (i.e., compliance training)
While the courses in this program have a weekly or every-other-week campus class meeting, positions also require the use of the UMS learning management system (Brightspace) to host all course materials and discussions not held face-to-face.
Technology Requirements:
Part-time faculty members teaching at the University of Maine at Farmington are required to have the appropriate technology to teach in a fully online environment. This includes, but is not limited to:
+ Computer (laptop) with an appropriate amount of processing speed
+ High-speed internet connection
+ Webcam
+ Microphone
Required Qualifications:
+ Master’s degree in counseling psychology and LCPC licensure in the State of Maine
+ Practice as an LCPC for a minimum of 5 years, with no more than 2 years of practice as a conditionally licensed
clinician+ Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught
Preferred:
+ PsyD, PhD in Psychology, and Licensed as a Psychologist in the State of Maine
+ Current experience in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health problems
+ Teaching across different modalities (i.e., online, hybrid, in-person)
Salary & Benefits:
Part-time faculty members are compensated on a per-credit-hour basis, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and in accordance with the Maine Part-Time Faculty Association (PATFA) contract. Teaching opportunities in future semesters are based on course funding, performance, need,s and availability. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.
Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/wp-content/uploads/sites/235/2022/07/Single-Page-Benefits-PATFA.pdf) provided by the University of Maine System.
To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below and create an applicant profile, complete a brief application, and upload:
+ A cover letter, which describes qualifications, interests, and suitability for any of the position(s)
+ A resume/curriculum vitae
+ Contact information for three (3) professional references
We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm EST on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening
The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF’s licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers) and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/. Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report (https://www.umf.maine.edu/publicsafety/annual-security-report/) . If you have any questions, contact UMF Dept. of Public, Safety / Campus Police, University of Maine at Farmington, 149 Quebec Street, Farmington, Maine 04938-1994 tel 207-778-7400UMFAbout the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine’s diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine’s exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .
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