Part-Time Adjunct Professor, Basic Sciences (Grad/Med)

Samuel Merritt University; Michigan; On-site; USD 6,700 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Samuel Merritt University seeks an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Basic Science to teach graduate/medical school level courses in their field. This is a part-time, fixed-term role within the Basic Sciences Department, with a commitment to diversity and inclusive education.

The successful candidate will contribute to student learning, collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum, and design differentiated learning experiences while supporting student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in the area of expertise or closely related discipline.
• At least two years of higher education teaching experience; graduate-level teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to student learning and advancement.
• Demonstrate academic competence and align curriculum with faculty and departments.
• Maintain a growth mindset toward teaching and adapt content for different learner cohorts as needed.
• Demonstrate a high degree of self-efficacy and advocate for learner success.
• Collaborate with University stakeholders to improve student performance.
• Support learners' well-being, health, and safety.
• Design and facilitate differentiated and personalized learning goals and activities.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Teaching in higher education

Course design

Adaptability

Education

Advanced degree in field or related

Job description

Samuel Merritt University seeks an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Basic Science to teach graduate/medical school level courses in their field. This is a part-time, fixed-term role within the Basic Sciences Department, with a commitment to diversity and inclusive education.

The successful candidate will contribute to student learning, collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum, and design differentiated learning experiences while supporting student wellbeing.