Adjunct Faculty - Undergraduate Nursing

South University; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

South University seeks a campus-based instructor in Columbia, SC to deliver course material and facilitate learner-centered instruction aligned with program outcomes. This role emphasizes classroom engagement, professional development, and adherence to university policies.

The instructor will support all facets of the learning environment on-site, contributing to student success and program quality. Responsibilities include designing and delivering instruction, aligning with the university

Qualifications

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught is preferred, master's degree required.
• Zero to two years’ experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus constituents.
• Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision
• Ability to learn from students’ participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual
• Ability to perform with legal and ethical boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment.
• Provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace.
• Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics, as well as personal and professional development.
• Assure that the South University philosophy of quality service to students, development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees, and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board of Trustees and administration's mandates.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written commu n

Time management

Detail-oriented

Computer based skills

Education

PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught is preferred, master's degree required

Job description

South University Columbia, SC, 9 Science Court, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 3:59 AM

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.

The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home.

What's next for you is the first priority for us!

Visitwww.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place toBelong, Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.

South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics, as well as personal and professional development. Assure that the South University philosophy of quality service to students, development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees, and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board of Trustees and administration's mandates.

(This is a campus-based position-not remote.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are representative of the essential responsibilities of this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Managetheeducationalprocesstoensure thateverystudentisinvolvedinapositive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
• Performfacultyresponsibilitiesasoutlinedinthefacultyjobdescriptioninaccordancewiththe provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South UniversityFaculty/StaffHandbook.
• Providecourseinstructionthatalignswiththe SouthUniversitymodelofcurriculaand supports the South University style of system delivery.
• Designanddeliverinstructionthroughthedevelopmentofinstructionalplanstomeetcourse outcomes, the development of activities that support lessonobjectives,andonline courses, deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.
• Effectivelyutilizetechnologyin theclassroomtosupportthestudentlearningexperience.
• Enabletheachievementofpre-defined outcomesforstudentachievementandevaluationof learning by providing instruction that fostersproficiencyandestablishesstudent performance criteria and evaluation.
• Deliverlearning-centeredinstructionbyestablishinganeducationalenvironmentconducive to learning and student involvement and effectivelyplanning andpreparing forclassesand student success.
• Promotestudentsuccessbyshowingflexibilityinstyleandworkscheduleandexhibitinga passion for teaching and students, and engaging students in the learning process.
• Managetheeducationalenvironmentbykeepingaccuraterecords,submittinggrades and otherreportson time,and enforcingacademicand attendance policiesconsistentwith the school, campus, or online division.
• Relateprofessional/life/industryexperiencetolearningby continuingprofessional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
• Participateinthefacultydevelopmentprocesstoenhanceknowledge,skills,andabilitiesin learner-centered instruction.
• Communicateconsistentlyandeffectivelywithsupervisor(s), faculty,andotherSouth University administrators.
• Contribute to a learning culture by participatingin curriculum and system task forces,supportinglocalcampuseventssuchasorientation and graduation,andparticipatingin various other workshops and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QULIFICATIONS:

Educations:

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught is preferred, master's degree required.

Experience:

• Zero to two years’ experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus constituents.
• Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision
• Ability to learn from students’ participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual
• Ability to perform with legal and ethical boundaries.

License/Certifications:

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.

South University Columbia, SC, 9 Science Court, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America