Adjunct: Emergency Management SME & Online Course Creator

Alvernia University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvernia University invites applications from qualified professionals to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Adjunct Faculty in support of its Emergency Management programs. The role includes curriculum development, online instruction, and integrating current industry practices into coursework.

Successful candidates will contribute to innovative, career-relevant courses addressing preparedness, disaster response, community resilience, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field.
• Expertise in at least one identified subject area.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex disciplinary concepts into learning experiences.
• Commitment to academic excellence and Franciscan values.

Responsibilities

• Participate in course development and online instruction.
• Develop course objectives, materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Integrate current industry standards and real-world case studies.
• Deliver engaging online instruction and assess student performance.
• Collaborate with program leadership to ensure curriculum relevance.

Skills

Strong communication

Concept translation

Academic excellence

Education

Master's degree or higher in Emergency Management or related field

Tools

FEMA certification

ICS certification

GIS certification

Job description

Alvernia University invites applications from qualified professionals to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Adjunct Faculty in support of its Emergency Management programs. The role includes curriculum development, online instruction, and integrating current industry practices into coursework.

Successful candidates will contribute to innovative, career-relevant courses addressing preparedness, disaster response, community resilience, and leadership.