Lecturer in Professional Studies

Appalachian State University; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University seeks a Lecturer in Professional Studies to deliver online asynchronous courses and advise students within the Rural Resilience and Innovations unit. The role emphasizes Foundations of Professional Studies and Capstone Internship with 2–3 sections per semester, Fall and Spring, and possible Summer overload.

The candidate will mentor students, guide internships, and contribute to curriculum updates while engaging with university committees and program development.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
• Teaching experience with adult learners and/or online, asynchronous teaching at the college level.
• Evidence of ability to advise and mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and advising duties during the 9-month fall and spring academic year and 1 month advising duties during the summer.
• Teach Foundations of Professional Studies and Capstone Internship.
• Primary teaching duties will be online asynchronous classes; 2-3 courses per semester; potential for in-person/hybrid courses.
• Fall: 2-3 sections of Foundations of Professional Studies; Spring: 2-3 sections; Summer overload possible.
• Create and update curriculum materials to reflect advancements in the field.
• Serve as advisor for Professional Studies students and assist internship coordination.
• Advise and mentor students in academic and career pursuits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Communication skills

Online teaching

Advising/mentoring

Education

Master's Degree from an accredited institution

Master's Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Lecturer in Professional Studies

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Department: Rural Resilience and Innovations - 251000

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

Candidates who can demonstrate the following are desired:

• Master's Degree in Education or related field from an accredited institution.
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
• Teaching experience with adult learners and/or online, asynchronous teaching at the college level.
• Evidence of ability to advise and mentor students.

License/Certification Required

N/A

Description of the Department or Unit

The Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies at App State is one of the university's fastest growing degree programs and allows students to design their education by maximizing current career experience and prior college credits. Professional Studies is one of two programs in the Department of Rural Resilience and Innovation (RRI). RRI is one of 17 departments in the College of Arts and Sciences. The Professional Studies program emphasizes a breadth of study designed to strengthen high-demand workforce skills in management, leadership, technology and communication. Students benefit from faculty members across the university who understand a variety of professions and can give expert advice and guidance to advance students' education and career. Professional Studies serves students at all three App State campuses: Boone, Hickory, and Online.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and advising duties during the 9-month fall and spring academic year and 1 month advising duties during the summer.

Teaching (50%-75% during fall and spring)

Teach "Foundations of Professional Studies"; "Capstone Internship"

• Primary teaching duties will be online asynchronous classes
• Teaching responsibilities will include 2-3 courses per semester (fall and spring). Online teaching is expected with potential for future in-person/hybrid courses.
• Fall: 2-3 sections of Foundations of Professional Studies
• Spring: 2-3 sections of Foundations of Professional Studies
• Potential for summer overload: Summer I or Summer II: 1 section of Foundations of Professional Studies and/or Capstone Internship for an overload in the summer
• Create and update curriculum materials to reflect advancements in the field.

Student Advising

• Serve as advisor for Professional Studies students and assist Professional Studies director in internship coordination for the remainder of the teaching load each semester.
• Advise and mentor Professional Studies students, guiding them in their academic and career pursuits.
• Advise and mentor students for either Summer I or Summer II

Service, Leadership, and Engagement

• Serve on department, college, and university committees
• Participate in departmental and institutional committees and contribute to academic program development.
• Collaborate with colleagues on innovative projects and initiatives.
• Engage with the broader academic and professional communities through outreach and service.

The successful candidate will sincerely commit to promoting the College's strategic Vision, Mission, and Values.

Proposed Date of Hire: 01/04/2027

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date: 11/27/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 11/04/2026

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