Olivia Woodrow

Lecturer (Part-Time), Substance Abuse Assessment and Treatment - Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

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The Department of Psychology at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois is seeking to fill a part-time lecturer position for a graduate level course during the Spring 2026 quarter.  Spring quarter runs from 02/23/2026 – 05/15/2026. The Spring course meets for 3 hours per week on campus with a 1.50 hour asynchronous component. Upon approval from the Department Chair, a small portion of the course time may be delivered via asynchronous assignments.  

 Brief course description is provided below:

  •  HPCC 600 Substance Abuse Assessment and Treatment (4.5 QH) This course examines substance use and abuse as clinical problems. The psychological and physical effects of drug use and abuse will be examined and the process of addiction development will be explored. The role of socio-cultural factors in substance abuse and addiction will be discussed. Diagnostic criteria and empirically-based treatment approaches will be reviewed.

We seek an applicant with a doctoral degree in psychology who has past teaching experience at the graduate or undergraduate level.  Individuals who have not yet attained a doctoral degree but have a master’s degree and extensive experience in the area may also be considered.  Interested individuals should contact Rachel Greenley (Rachel [dot] greenley [at] rosalindfranklin [dot] edu (Rachel[dot]greenley[at]rosalindfranklin[dot]edu)) for more information.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes an 8% employer contribution after two years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance. Part-time staff who work at least 18.5 hours a week are eligible for up to 15 prorated days of vacation / paid leave, 15 pro-rated sick days, and holiday pay (if regularly scheduled to work on a University holiday), plus 2 floating holidays.