Adjunct Faculty in Health Informatics

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,452 - 66,960; Part time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking passionate educators to join their part-time faculty pool in Health Informatics. This role offers the opportunity to teach and inspire students from diverse backgrounds, utilizing cutting-edge technology to enhance healthcare access and quality. With a commitment to diversity and excellence, the university provides a collaborative environment where faculty can thrive. The position allows for flexibility in scheduling and course offerings, making it ideal for professionals looking to contribute to the academic community while balancing other commitments. If you have a strong background in Health Informatics and a desire to shape the future of healthcare education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's with significant graduate work required.
• Five years of relevant professional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Health Informatics and related disciplines.
• Engage with a diverse student body and curriculum.

Skills

Diversity in Learning Environments

Health Informatics Expertise

Professional Experience

Education

PhD in Health Informatics

Master's Degree with Graduate Work

Job description

Adjunct Faculty in Health Informatics

Full-time Faculty Positions

Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Part-time Faculty Positions

DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed.

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Posting Details

Job ID: 47767

College/School: Chicago, IL - Jarvis College of Computing & Digital Media

Responsibilities:

DePaul's Jarvis College of Computing & Digital Media (CDM) is located in the heart of Chicago's Loop, the central business district of Chicago. CDM students come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures; therefore, CDM is interested in recruiting and maintaining a diverse faculty. Part-time teaching positions are available throughout the academic year, including summer sessions. Academic course schedules fluctuate from quarter to quarter, and the college will work with selected individuals to determine a quarterly schedule. Courses are not guaranteed, however, the college does its best to give ample notice about available courses. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview.

The School of Computing (SoC) offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Game Programming, Health Informatics, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Systems, Information Technology, Intelligent Systems Engineering, Network Engineering and Security, and Software Engineering. Find out more about SoC at https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/academics/Pages/School-of-Computing.aspx.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum requirements include a PhD degree in the discipline, or a master's degree with 18 semester/27 quarter hours of graduate work in the discipline, with a minimum of five years demonstrated relevant professional experience. Exceptions may be considered with approval of the dean.
• The candidate must have demonstrated experience working in a diverse learning environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The MS in Health Informatics degree is an innovative program that brings together expertise from three of DePaul's colleges - CDM, Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, and the College of Communication - to teach students how to use technology to improve health care access, quality, and outcomes, for more patients in more settings, through better information management, health care analytics, enterprise management, and information security.

Considerations:

• Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and courses that are either over-enrolled or under-enrolled.

General Compensation/Benefits Statement:

DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part-time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here.

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar:

Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week), and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system with 16-week classes in Fall and Spring, and a 7-week Summer Session.

Salary Information: The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $4,700 and $6,000 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicant Documents: Cover Letter, C.V.