Adjunct Faculty, Information Systems (Online)

Stevenson University; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 1,640,721 - 2,044,358; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Information Systems (Online). The role involves teaching in the online BS and MS programs and requires a Master's degree in a relevant field. Candidates should have industry experience, strong teaching commitment, and the ability to instruct diverse students. This position allows for flexible scheduling, including online teaching and office hours. Competitive compensation is based on contact hours, ranging from $1,191 to $1,484 per hour.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Systems, Technology Management, or related field required.
• Preferred: College-level teaching experience and IS-related certifications.
• Strong commitment to quality teaching and student success.

Responsibilities

• Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours per academic year.
• Maintain competence in subjects taught and prepare teaching materials.
• Grading coursework in a timely manner and providing academic accommodations.

Skills

Industry knowledge and experience in information systems

Ability to instruct diverse students

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Student-centered approach to teaching

Time management skills

Education

Master’s degree in Information Systems or related field

Doctorate degree in Information Systems or related field

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

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Adjunct Faculty, Information Systems (Online)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a posting for those interested in being included in the applicant pool for this position. There is no guarantee that the University is actively hiring for an open position at this time. Should a position be available, and a review of your qualifications results in a decision to pursue your candidacy, the hiring manager will contact you directly. Your application will remain active in the pool until the posting is closed.

Position Description

Posting Number

201201278P

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, Information Systems (Online)

Department

School of Business & Leadership: Computer Info Systems

Position Summary

Adjunct faculty at Stevenson University will engage in teaching activities in accordance with the University’s faculty workload policies. Teaching responsibilities will include teaching courses in the online BS in Computer Information Systems or MS in Digital Transformation and Innovation programs offered by the IS Department, Brown School of Business and Leadership.

Education/Experience

Required: Master’s degree in Information Systems, Technology Management, or a related field; industry experience and a strong commitment to quality teaching. Preferred: College level teaching experience, IS-related professional certifications, and a doctorate degree in Information Systems, Technology Management, or a related field.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

• Industry knowledge and experience in information systems, digital transformation and innovation, or related areas.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and teach online courses in programming/software development, database design, network administration, cloud-computing services, or related information systems and digital transformation specialization areas.
• Ability to instruct students of varying preparation and abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and cultural competency skills and demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to create inclusive learning experiences that will help graduate and/or undergraduate students to develop professionally, intellectually, and socially.
• Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and practice inclusive pedagogy.
• Demonstrated student-centered approach to teaching, and a commitment to student achievement.
• Ability to assess student performance and learning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Familiarity with educational assessment practices
• Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, and community.
• Experience working with Blackboard or a similar learning management system.
• Well-developed organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• 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.

Essential Functions

• Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours per academic year (August through May), with no more than 9 contact hours taught in an individual semester.
• Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the online courses and in immediate preparation for them; maintaining competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies; reviewing written examinations and papers; evaluating presentations and projects; providing academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
• Other responsibilities include writing syllabi; reading and responding to emails promptly; grading course work within a time frame that enables the student to incorporate feedback on their next assignment; timely submission of mid‑term and final grades, attendance verification, academic alerts, and other reports as requested; and alerting appropriate university personnel to student problems on a timely basis.
• Complete training or professional development as required by the University.
• Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical principles when dealing with other faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public. Follow all faculty and program policies outlined by the School and the University.
• Every faculty member is guaranteed academic freedom in accordance with the statement on academic freedom and responsibilities of faculty members, as set forth in the Stevenson University Policies.
• Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening, online or hybrid classes.

If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date

Ending Date

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Payroll

Payroll Monthly

Hiring Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range Anticipated to be $1,191-$1,484 per credit/contact hour (depending upon course level & minimum enrollment)

Recruitment Instructions

Recruitment Instructions Open to All Applicants

Posting Date

01/05/2024

Closing Date/Application Deadline

Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

EOE /AA Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * I understand that this posting is to create an applicant pool for this position and there is no guarantee that there is an open position at this time. Please keep my application on file until the posting is closed.
  • Yes. I understand and agree.
  • No. I do not want my application to remain in the applicant pool.