NU Online Adjunct Faculty, Distance Education Program Center

Northwood University; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 44,640 - 66,960; Part time

Job summary

Northwood University is seeking Adjunct Faculty for their Distance Education Program in Bakersfield, California. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrate commitment to Northwood's educational philosophy.

The successful applicant will interact with a diverse range of students and possess strong communication skills. Preferred qualifications include a Doctoral degree and prior teaching experience. Join us in fostering academic excellence and personal responsibility.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in discipline area from an accredited institution.
• Understanding of and commitment to the Northwood Idea.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in various disciplines in the Distance Education Program.
• Engage effectively with students in diverse settings.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to interact with diverse students

Education

Master's degree in relevant discipline

Doctoral degree in discipline area (preferred)

Tools

Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) certification

Job description

Positions

Northwood University’s NU Online program is now accepting applications for Adjunct Faculty for our Distance Education Program Center to teach courses in the following disciplines:

• Accounting
• Automotive Marketing and Management
• Automotive Aftermarket Management
• Business Law
• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Data Analytics
• Digital Marketing
• Economics
• Entrepreneurship
• Environmental Science
• Finance
• Health Care Management
• Hospitality Management
• History
• Humanities
• International Business
• Management
• Management Information Systems
• Marketing
• Marketing Communications
• Merchandising & Marketing
• Mathematics
• Operations & Supply Chain Management
• Political Science
• Speech
• Sport Management & Esports Management
• Sustainability Management

Click to review Northwood's Course Descriptions.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's degree in the discipline area from a regionally accredited institution or a Master's degree in a closely related with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the desired discipline.
• Only applicants who have an understanding of and a commitment to the Northwood Idea need apply.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide and diverse range of students and colleagues.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills in a variety of delivery formats, especially the format of the class you may be assigned to teach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in discipline area
• Certification in Blackboard, Northwood University's Learning Management System (LMS)
• Availability to teach face-to-face classes
• Prior teaching experience with adult learners at the college level
• Five or more years of industry experience in the desired teaching discipline

Expectations

Northwood University stands apart in higher education with a philosophy grounded in The Northwood Idea — emphasizing freedom, free enterprise, personal responsibility, and limited government. We seek individuals who are both accomplished in their professions and inspired by the power of enterprise to improve lives. The ideal candidate will feel a strong alignment with Northwood’s mission and values, embracing a culture of academic excellence, accountability, and earned success.

Applicants are encouraged to learn more about The Northwood Idea philosophy and outcomes at https://www.northwood.edu/about/