Adjunct: Master Higher Education Teaching (STEM)

University of California; New York (NY); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Katz School of Science and Health at Yeshiva University invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty member to teach a graduate‑level course designed to prepare STEM PhD students for successful teaching careers in higher education. The appointment covers one 3-credit graduate course for a 15-week semester, with in-person instruction at Midtown Manhattan campus.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging, student‑centered instruction, mentoring PhD students, evaluating work, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Demonstrated university-level teaching experience.
• Experience teaching STEM students in higher education.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach one graduate-level course over a 15-week semester.
• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction using the approved curriculum.
• Facilitate class discussions, activities, and teaching demonstrations.
• Mentor STEM PhD students in effective college teaching practices.
• Evaluate student assignments, teaching demonstrations, and final portfolios.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support learning.
• Maintain attendance and grading records in Canvas.
• Hold office hours as required.

Skills

University teaching

STEM education

Course design

Active learning

Assessment

Mentoring

Education

Doctoral degree in Education / Higher Education

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Katz School of Science and Health at Yeshiva University invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty member to teach a graduate‑level course designed to prepare STEM PhD students for successful teaching careers in higher education. The appointment covers one 3-credit graduate course for a 15-week semester, with in-person instruction at Midtown Manhattan campus.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging, student‑centered instruction, mentoring PhD students, evaluating work, and maintaining