Adjunct, History

Widener University; Chester; On-site; GBP 4,500 - 9,100; Part time

Job summary

Widener University seeks an Adjunct Professor of History to teach introductory global history surveys (1500–present) and/or a 300-level seminar. The role emphasizes teaching excellence and student engagement on a part-time basis.

Courses are offered during the day; adjuncts design syllabi, prepare materials, and meet with students outside class time. A Master’s in History is required, with preference for undergraduate teaching experience at Widener’s Chester, PA campus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in History required.
• Experience teaching global history at undergraduate level.
• Strong oral and written communication and effective classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory-level global history survey courses (1500–present).
• Teach upper-level (300-level) seminars in area of expertise.
• Design syllabi and implement pedagogy within discipline norms.
• Stay current with historical research to ensure accurate content.
• Courses scheduled during daytime on Chester, PA campus.
• In-person instruction at the Chester campus.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in History

Job description

Widener University is seeking an Adjunct Professor in the Department of History in the Division of Humanities, College of Arts and Sciences. The Adjunct Professor should be committed to excellence in teaching and student engagement. The successful candidate will bring demonstrated teaching experience and a collaborative spirit, contributing to a department and university community that values diversity. This role will entail introductory-level global history surveys covering the period from 1500 to the present and/or a 300-level seminar in the candidate’s area of expertise.

Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct 1 to 3 courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. Courses available for adjunct staffing are offered during the day. Adjunct faculty are expected to teach a specified course(s); prepare course materials, be available to meet with students outside of regularly scheduled class time, and provide support and guidance to students.

For further information about the Department of History, please visit our History Department.

Required qualifications include a minimum of a master’s degree in history. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous undergraduate teaching experience, and willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.Complete applications are to include a cover letter, two sample global history syllabi (100-level and 300-level), and contact information for three professional references. This is a pooled position from which adjunct(s) will be hired. As openings occur, applicants will be hired from this pool.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to)

Essential Duties

• Teach introductory-level global history survey courses covering the period from 1500 to the present.
• Teach upper-level (300-level) seminar in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Adjunct History faculty at Widener enjoy a great deal of autonomy. They design their own syllabi and are free to implement their preferred pedagogy and techniques of their choosing within prevailing norms and best practices in the discipline.
• Stay current with historical research to ensure course content reflects the most recent academic findings.
• Fall courses are scheduled T/TH 12:30pm-1:45pm and 2:00pm-3:15pm (100-level) and 9:30am-10:45am (300-level).
• Courses will meet in person at the Chester, PA campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required)

Required

• Master’s degree in History.
• Experience teaching global history at the undergraduate level.
• Strong oral and written communication and effective classroom management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS

• Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct 1 to 3 courses each semester on an “as needed” basis.
• Courses available for adjunct staffing are offered during the day.
• Available to meet with students outside of regularly scheduled class time, and provide support and guidance to students.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

U.S. work authorization is required.

Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.

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