Adjunct Faculty, Forensic Studies

New River Community College; Towson (MD); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the Forensic Studies program. The role involves teaching Master's degree courses primarily online and in hybrid formats. Candidates must possess a law degree and have extensive experience in fraud prosecution. Responsibilities include preparing teaching materials, engaging with students, and participating in professional service. Strong communication, technology skills, and availability to work flexible hours are essential.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in fraud prosecution required.
• Experience prosecuting fraud cases and working with forensic professionals.
• Year-round availability; ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Master’s degree courses in Forensic Studies.
• Preparing teaching materials and conferring with students.
• Engaging in instructional activity totaling no more than 1,000 contact hours per academic year.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of rules of evidence

Ability to work well with others

Strong technology and organizational skills

Education

Law degree

Tools

Blackboard or similar platform

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Forensic Studies – Stevenson University

Summary: The responsibilities for this position include teaching Master’s degree courses in the Forensics Studies program in Stevenson University Online. Courses are taught in online or hybrid format. Student advising related to the course being taught is also part of the role.

Department: Stevenson University Online: Forensic Studies

Qualifications

• Law degree plus ten years of experience in fraud prosecution.
• Excellent communication skills in writing and speaking; commitment to excellence in teaching, service and technology application in the classroom.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Experience prosecuting fraud cases and working with auditors, investigators, and other forensic professionals.
• Strong technology and organizational skills; experience with Blackboard or a similar platform.
• Year-round availability; ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Physical Requirements

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Position requires sitting and standing for extended periods and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for an extended period.

Essential Functions

Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, or online in telecommunications courses and in immediate preparation for them; maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies and practicals; reviewing examinations and papers; evaluating presentations; and supervising independent study projects.

Teaching online and hybrid courses use the BlackBoard Course Management System. Participating in professional peer review is an essential feature of effective teaching. University service includes service on the Faculty Council, school and departmental committees. Professional service implies using academic and professional expertise to serve the profession, the community, and the University.

Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 1,000 contact hours per academic year. Instructional load includes: preparing courses, syllabi, grading, meeting with students (in person or virtual), evaluating and revising courses, and participating in assessment activities. Administrative responsibilities include writing syllabi, grading coursework, and submitting final grades. Professional Development Workshops are offered up to three times per year, usually on Saturday mornings or in the evening. Student advising includes meetings with students regarding academic, curricular, and career matters. Collegiality and ethical conduct are expected in dealings with faculty, students, administrators, and the public. Academic freedom is guaranteed in accordance with the university policy manuals.

Reports To

Associate Dean Forensics Programs

Work Location

Other

Position Details

• Position Category: Faculty
• Months/Year: 12 (as needed)
• Hrs/Week: As needed by session
• FLSA: Exempt
• Open Until Filled: No

To be considered for this position please visit our website and apply online at the following link: Stevenson.peopleadmin.com

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