Adjunct Faculty, Campus-Based -Anatomy & Physiology

South University; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

South University seeks a dedicated instructor to facilitate meaningful learning and support all facets of the educational environment. The role emphasizes delivering instruction aligned with the university model and fostering professional development among faculty.

The position focuses on on-campus teaching of general education courses at the undergraduate level and requires a Doctorate or Master's in the teaching discipline or related credentials.

Qualifications

• Education: Doctorate or Master’s in the teaching discipline (Anatomy and Physiology and Allied Health Science) or Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Anatomy and Physiology.
• Experience: Instruction or formal education process in post-secondary setting; knowledge of university guidelines and terminology.
• Office: Accurate record-keeping and clerical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the educational process to ensure positive student experiences in learning, teaching, and social environments.
• Provide course instruction aligned with the university model and curricula.
• Design instructional plans and activities to meet course outcomes for online and in-person courses.
• Utilize technology in the classroom to support learning.
• Maintain timely grades and reports and enforce attendance policies.
• Promote student success with flexible teaching styles and engagement with students.

Skills

Instruction experience

Academic processes

Office admin

Microsoft Office

Online learning

Mathematics

Critical thinking

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Written comprehension

Written expression

Oral comprehension

Oral expression

Organizational skills

Teaching ability

Engagement

US work eligibility

Computing

Education

Doctorate or Master’s in teaching discipline or Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Anatomy & Physiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environmentthat will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff andstudents eager to play a role in helping you achieve yourprofessional goals, on campus and online.

The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is ahistory formed by the many individuals who have developed theeducation and spirit of community that have become our pledge tostudents, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of SouthUniversity. Whether you have been part of the University family formany years, have recently come our way, or are thinking aboutjoining us, you will find South University to be a place you cancall home.

What's next for you is the first priority for us!

Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn moreabout what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong,Believe and Become, a place where you can make adifference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.

South University, the right direction for a brighterfuture.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomesin the curriculum and proactively support all facets of thelearning environment. Provide education through learning-centeredinstruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the marketplace'sevolving needs. Encourage a learning culture that values mutualresponsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, ethics,and personal and professional development. Assure that the SouthUniversity philosophy: of quality service to students; development,growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; and anenvironment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, andexpansion is considered in carrying out the duties andresponsibilities of this position. Participate in activities thatpromote the stature of the academic programs, departments, andcolleges and abide by the South University Board of Managers andadministration's mandates.

THIS IS IN-PERSON. NOT REMOTE.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Manage the educational process to ensure every student isinvolved in a positive educational experience through the learning,teaching, and social environment.
2. Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty jobdescription in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplementto the South University Employee Handbook.
3. Provide course instruction that aligns with the SouthUniversity model of curricula and supports the South Universitystyle of system delivery.
4. Design and deliver instruction through the development ofinstructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development ofactivities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses,deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.
5. Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support thestudent learning experience.
6. Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for studentachievement and evaluation of learning by providing instructionthat fosters proficiency and establishes student performancecriteria and evaluation.
7. Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing aneducational environment conducive to learning and studentinvolvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes andstudent success.
8. Promote student success by showing flexibility in style andwork schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students,and engaging students in the learning process.
9. Manage the educational environment through keeping accuraterecords, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcingacademic and attendance policies consistent with the school,campus, or online division.
10. Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning bycontinuing professional/technical skills development, theintroduction of industry perspective into courses, and the activeawareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
11. Participate in the faculty development process to enhanceknowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centeredinstruction.
12. Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s),faculty, and other South university administrators.
13. Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculumand system task forces, support local campus events such asorientation and graduation, and participate in various otherworkshops and meetings.

REQUIRED QULIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Faculty teaching general education courses at the undergraduatelevel: doctor's or master's degree in the teaching discipline(Anatomy and Physiology and Allied Health Science) or master'sdegree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimumof 18 graduate semester hours in Anatomy and Physiology).

Experience:

• Experience in instruction or formalized education process,preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
• Academic Processes - knowledge of university guidelines, coursedescriptions, and academic terminology
• Clerical - knowledge of office administrative procedures,including accurate record-keeping
• Computer - ability to perform basic computer processes,including word processing, web browsing, and utilization ofMicrosoft Office
• Technical Knowledge and Application - proficiency with theonline learning environment, including the creation of digitalmedia and utilization of learning management systems
• Mathematics – ability to perform basic mathematiccalculations
• Critical Thinking - uses logic and reasoning to look atdifferent types of information in order to make conclusions andwork through problems
• Research - Locates key facts and information to learn moreabout different types of information
• Interpersonal Skills - communicates and interacts with peopleeffectively while being aware of social perceptions
• Time Management - manages one's own time to accomplish assignedtasks
• Attention to Detail - thoroughness and accuracy whenaccomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed
• Written Comprehension - ability to read and understandinformation and ideas presented in writing
• Written Expression - ability to communicate information andideas in writing so others will understand.
• Oral Comprehension - ability to listen to and understandinformation and ideas presented through spoken words andsentences
• Oral Expression - ability to communicate information and ideasin speaking so others will understand
• Selective Attention (Focus) - ability to concentrate on a taskover time without being distracted
• Organizational - ability to organize large amounts ofinformation and tasks
• Teaching - ability to convey course concepts and material in amanner that others can understand
• Engagement –ability to learn from students' participation,demonstrate fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and showcompassion without being ineffectual.
• Ability to physically work in the United States whileperforming all responsibilities of the position for theUniversity.
• Computing - ability to access a personal computer, Internetconnection, and telephone connection (hardware, software, andInternet access specifications to be provided) to fulfill teachingand related administrative responsibilities.
• Office Hours - ability to hold required office hours andrespond to student questions and administration within the requiredresponse time.
• Orientation participation -ability to complete the New FacultyOrientation and other assigned/required training (e.g., Code ofConduct) through South University.

License/Certification:

• Membership in a professional association tied to the area ofinstruction preferred.
• Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure orcertification as applicable to the discipline.

WROK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here arerepresentative of those encountered while performing the essentialfunctions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be madeto enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions of the position.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer andembraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee,student, and graduate success. We are committed to building anddeveloping a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, culturesand perspectives can thrive.