The School of Professional Studies seeks an adjunct faculty member to deliver
high-quality learning experiences and education for students in the online,
asynchronous, self-paced format beginning at various points throughout the year.
Instructors will deliver a pre-developed course, adding their subject matter
expertise and real-world examples to developed content. Instructors will play an
important role in the continuous improvement and overall success of the
course.
The selected candidate will have responsibilities teaching Foundations of
Physics lecture and lab courses to self-paced, online, part-time learners.
Subject matter may include vector operations, motion along a straight line,
Newton’s Laws of Motion and applications, universal gravitation, work and
energy, electric charge and electric field, and magnetism.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Delivers didactic and laboratory instruction in an online, self-paced
format.
Uses the University’s learning management system to post syllabus,
assignments and other materials and to communicate with students
Facilitates student progress in an asynchronous environment by providing
timely, individualized feedback on assessments and learning activities.
Advises and assists students through office hours or scheduled appointments,
by videoconference, phone or email, and through other University-approved
mechanisms
Provides service including student mentoring, ongoing course development, and
assessment
Responds to student emails and Blackboard messages within 2 business days
Monitors student engagement and proactively reaches out to learners who are
inactive or falling behind to support course completion.
Identifies and escalates student concerns, such as academic challenges,
engagement issues, or policy-related questions, to School of Professional
Studies staff to support timely resolution.
Maintains a strong online presence through consistent communication,
announcements, and availability within the learning management system.
Grades assignments, quizzes, and exams within established turnaround times to
support student momentum in a self‑paced format.
Participates in required faculty meetings and training sessions related to
online teaching and educational technology within the School of Professional
Studies
Submits final grades in a timely manner in accordance with School of
Professional Studies policies
Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree in subject area or related field
preferred.
Previous experience teaching online courses to undergraduate or graduate
students entering health professions.
Commitment to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional education and
student success
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with a wide array
of parties at all levels (students, faculty, administration/staff, alumni,
and external constituents, including healthcare industry professionals)
Experience with a learning management system, such as Blackboard