Adjunct Faculty - SPA Department of Public Administration and Policy (Open Continuous)

American University; United States; On-site; USD 2,900 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

American University invites applications for adjunct faculty in the Department of Public Administration and Policy (School of Public Affairs). This part-time, exempt position supports teaching on campus and online, enriching the learning experience with professional and scholarly expertise.

Applicants may be called upon for background checks and contingent offers. Teaching assignments may include 1-2 credit courses, with potential for 3-4 or 5-6 credit courses in line with department needs.

Qualifications

• Adjunct faculty role requiring professional/scholarly expertise in public administration and policy.
• Duties may include teaching, mentoring, and advising students.
• Background check may be required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1-2 credit courses on campus or online.
• Assess and provide timely feedback on student work.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program quality.

Education

Terminal degree

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University Department: School of Public Affairs

Time Type: Part time FLSA Status: Exempt

This is an open continuous vacancy announcement that will be used to fill adjunct vacancies as they occur. We're excited that you are interested in becoming a member of the Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Public Administration and Policy at American University. Adjunct faculty are a key component of the university community, enriching the curriculum with their professional experience and scholarly expertise. They play a vital role in every department and program in every school and college at the university, teaching on campus, in our on-line programs, and working with students one-on-one. The School of Public Affairs (SPA) at American University has been a hub for policy-related research and teaching for 85 years. Created during the depths of the Great Depression to train federal employees to implement President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's "New Deal," SPA builds a culture of excellence and transforms the student experience through personalized teaching and experiential education; empowerment to conduct and produce research for those who seek knowledge; and ongoing engagement and collaboration between the academic and policy-planning spheres.

Proposed Salary Range

• Candidates Without a Terminal Degree: 1-2 Credit Course: $2,865 - $3,500
• Candidates Without a Terminal Degree: 3-4 Credit Course: $4,725 - $5,300
• Candidates Without a Terminal Degree: 5-6 Credit Course: $4,938 - $8,835
• Candidates With a Terminal Degree: 1-2 Credit Course: $3,414 - $4,000
• Candidates With a Terminal Degree: 3-4 Credit Course: $5,400 - $6,000
• Candidates With a Terminal Degree: 5-6 Credit Course: $5,548 - $10,000

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

American University is a student centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.