Adjunct Faculty - History

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University's History Department is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach two sections of United States History to 1877. The role involves in-person lectures, grading assignments, and holding office hours. Candidates must have an MA/MS in History, with a PhD preferred, and teaching experience is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Must hold an MA/MS or equivalent degree in History.
• PhD preferred; ABD status acceptable.
• Experience teaching collegiate-level history courses is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach two sections of United States History to 1877.
• Present lecture materials and assign relevant homework.
• Grade assignments and hold weekly office hours.

Skills

Teaching

Lecture Presentation

Grading

Education

MA/MS in History

PhD preferred

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Summary

Saint Xavier University's History Department seeks one adjunct faculty member to teach two sections of United States History to 1877 (HIST 103). Please see below for the days and times of our 2024 fall course needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. United States History to 1877 is a traditional lecture format course, requiring in-person teaching (not hybrid or online). Instructors are expected to present lecture materials and assign relevant homework, in-class work, quizzes, exams, and writing assignments. Instructors grade their own assignments and exams. The use of Canvas is expected to structure the course. Adjunct instructors must hold weekly office hours. All course instructors report to the Chair of the History Department.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have an MA/MS or equivalent degree in History from an accredited university. An earned PhD is preferred; ABD status is acceptable. Candidates with experience teaching at the collegiate level, especially introductory and developmental history courses, are highly desirable. Review of applications will begin immediately.

The scheduled days and times for the courses are:

• United States History to 1877 (HIST 103), 2 Sections
• Tuesday/Thursday - 8:00AM to 9:20AM
• Tuesday/Thursday - 9:30AM to 10:50AM

Additional Expectations

We strive to inspire success through meaningful, personalized service delivered in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates who provide value-added, responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful service.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals of varied backgrounds and experiences. As a Catholic institution inspired by the Sisters of Mercy, Saint Xavier University affirms its right to employ persons who subscribe to its mission, vision, and core values.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, and all employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or other protected factors by law. Hiring decisions are based on bona fide occupational qualifications.