Adjunct Faculty - Doctor of Chiropractic (Phoenix, Arizona)

TopSciNet; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern California University of Health Sciences invites qualified candidates to join as Adjunct Faculty for the Doctor of Chiropractic program. In online, hybrid, or onsite formats, you will design courses, mentor students, and participate in department activities while upholding SCU Core Values.

The role requires a terminal Doctorate in Chiropractic, Arizona licensure eligibility, and a commitment to evidence-based, student-centered instruction.

Qualifications

• Terminal Doctorate degree required (Doctor of Chiropractic for clinical courses).
• Must be licensure-eligible in Arizona and hold an Arizona DC license for clinical/therapeutic courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in alignment with course objectives and curricula.
• Evaluate student performance, provide feedback, and submit grades timely.
• Provide counseling and remedial instruction as needed.
• Update course outlines, materials, and syllabi in collaboration with department faculty.
• Employ active learning, lecture, lab, and self-paced instruction methods.
• Participate in meetings, departmental activities, and scholarly projects.
• Ensure teaching practices align with university policies and SCU Core Values.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Terminal Doctorate degree

Arizona licensure-eligible

Arizona DC license

Tools

Canvas

ExamSoft

Microsoft Office

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Doctor of Chiropractic (Phoenix, Arizona)

Southern California University of Health Sciences Online/Remote — USA

Southern California University of Health Sciences Online/Remote USA Posted Nov 28, 2025 Due Oct 10, 2025

Job Description

The College of Chiropractic Education seeks Adjunct Faculty to teach Doctor of Chiropractic students in online, hybrid, or onsite settings. Faculty will design and deliver courses, mentor students, and support academic excellence while participating in departmental activities and service opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Student Instruction: Teach courses in alignment with course objectives and curricula.

Assessment & Evaluation: Evaluate student performance, provide feedback, and submit grades timely.

Academic Support: Provide counseling and remedial instruction as needed.

Course Development: Update course outlines, materials, and syllabi in collaboration with department faculty.

Teaching Strategies: Employ active learning, lecture, lab, and self-paced instruction methods.

Faculty Collaboration: Participate in meetings, departmental activities, and scholarly projects.

Compliance & Standards: Ensure teaching practices align with university policies and SCU Core Values.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Terminal Doctorate degree required (Doctor of Chiropractic for clinical courses).

Must be licensure-eligible in Arizona and hold an Arizona DC license for clinical/therapeutic courses.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching experience in an accredited higher education institution.

Demonstrated scholarly production or research activity.

Skills & Abilities

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and in teams, manage multiple tasks, and respond under pressure.

Knowledge of digital teaching platforms (Canvas, ExamSoft) and Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Regularly required to talk, hear, use hands, and occasionally stand, walk, lift, or move up to 100 pounds.

Work environment may include exposure to mechanical parts, chemicals, outdoor conditions, and moderate to loud noise.

Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

SCU Core Values

Integrative Health: Collaborative, multi-disciplinary learning.

Evidence-based Practice: Decisions informed by research and best evidence.

Health Equity: Commitment to equal treatment and outcomes.

Inclusivity: Welcoming environment for all identities and backgrounds.

SCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to non-discrimination and diversity in recruitment, hiring, and employment practices.