College of Nursing Adjunct Faculty 2026/2027

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fairmont (WV); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for adjunct faculty for the College of Nursing for the 2026/2027 academic year. The position requires a master's degree in the relevant discipline and prior teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities include preparing course materials, teaching assigned classes, assessing student learning, and maintaining records. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication skills and a commitment to student-centered learning.

Qualifications

• A master's degree or higher in a program of study in the discipline.
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and meet class periods.
• Prepare course materials including syllabi and assignments.
• Assess student learning through examinations and quizzes.
• Maintain records of student progress.

Skills

Effective communication

Demonstrated subject knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to excellence in teaching

Education

Master's degree or higher in relevant discipline

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Posting Details

• Requisition Number: 202611AP
• Classification Title: Pooled Position: Fairmont State University Adjunct
• Working Title: College of Nursing Adjunct Faculty 2026/2027
• OASIS Title: 22605Z Faculty Adjunct
• Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty Pooled
• Grant Funded Position: No
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Tenure Status: N/A
• Academic Rank: N/A
• Is this considered a 'term' position: N/A
• Job Family: 30 - Academic Provost
• Appointment Length: Adjunct: Varies
• Department: Pooled Adjunct Position - Varies
• Employment Location: Main campus, regional sites, or online learning dependent on position
• Job Open Date: 04/23/2026
• Job Close Date: 06/27/2027

Job Duties

• Teach assigned courses as scheduled and meet all designated class periods.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, lectures, and assignments.
• Engage students in active learning and facilitate meaningful class discussions.
• Assess student learning through examinations, quizzes, and other assignments.
• Provide timely feedback to students and maintain records of their progress.
• Maintain regular office hours for student consultation and support.
• Submit assessment reporting data and materials and participate in departmental assessment activities, as required by supervisor.
• Post syllabus and maintain gradebook in Blackboard or other official online course delivery platform.

Minimum Required Education

• A master’s degree or higher in a program of study in the discipline in which they may be hired to teach is required and prior teaching experience is preferred. The degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.
• Adjunct faculty teaching in graduate programs should hold the terminal degree determined by the discipline and have a record of research, scholarship or achievement appropriate for the graduate program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the subject area of the course(s) to be taught.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student-centered learning.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Blackboard experience preferred.

Special Conditions

• Part-time faculty are appointed only for the current semester in which they are teaching, and no guarantees are made for continuing employment.
• Due to Affordable Care Act provisions, adjunct employees may not work for or hold an adjunct assignment more than nine (9) credit hours per semester total, or 27 hours per week. The hours can be divided between Fairmont State and another WV public institution/agency, but the total credit hours must still equal nine or fewer or 27 hpw or fewer.