Intellectual Property Strategy, (Adjunct Pool), Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences

The Claremont Colleges Services; United States; In loco; USD 27.900 - 167.400; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

The Claremont Colleges Services seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for the Intellectual Property Strategy course at Keck Graduate Institute. This part-time role involves providing high-quality instruction and evaluating student performance in a collaborative academic environment.

Candidates must possess at least a Master's degree and have a minimum of 2 years teaching experience. The position offers a flexible schedule with a salary ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 per semester, depending on course credits.

Competenze

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• Experience with active learning preferred.

Mansioni

• Provides high‑quality student instruction.
• Evaluates student performance through various assessments.
• Provides remedial instruction as needed.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Formazione

Master’s degree in related field

Doctoral degree preferred

Strumenti

Canvas learning management system

Descrizione del lavoro

Intellectual Property Strategy (Adjunct Pool) – Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences

Faculty, Adjunct Position Overview: The primary responsibility of the Adjunct Faculty member is teaching. We are seeking adjunct instructors to teach the following course at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI): BUS 6330 Intellectual Property Strategy (Spring, 1.5 credits).

Course Description: Intellectual property (IP) rights are economically necessary to provide private actors the incentive to create and commercialize inventions. IP is particularly important for human therapeutics, where the temporary monopoly of a patent is essential for raising the money needed to complete clinical trials. This course reviews the nature and limitations of the various forms of IP and how firms leverage such IP to obtain competitive advantage and improved profitability.

The successful candidate must share the mission of KGI and the Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences Programs. The Adjunct Faculty member reports directly to the Dean and works collaboratively with the Program Directors and other faculty.

Education and Experience

Applicants should have a minimum of a Master’s degree in a related field. A doctoral degree is strongly preferred. Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience. Prior experience in teaching for active learning is preferred. Experience with the Canvas learning management system is a plus.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provides high‑quality student instruction.
• Evaluates student performance (e.g., written assignments, examinations, in‑class activities).
• Provides remedial instruction as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and collaboratively with other departments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing; ability to listen to all points of view, build consensus, and inform others of policies and decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Hours, Classification, and Status

Part‑time, exempt adjunct faculty position, not eligible for benefits. Schedules will vary depending on course assignments and the needs of the department or the Institute. Base salary range $2,500 – $15,000 per semester, depending on credits per course.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to maintain good concentration while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans. Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Standing for extended periods of time. Ability to hear within normal parameters. Ability to bend and stoop (e.g., to file). Ability to move about. Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs. Ability to travel locally, depending on business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Keck Graduate Institute is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all terms and conditions of employment. Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is a participating employer in E‑Verify. We use E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees as required by federal law. For more information about E‑Verify, please visit www.e-verify.gov.