(Rolling Pool) Adjunct Instructor - Online Bachelor of Science in Health Services Program

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 1,929,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Remote

Rollings basis

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University seeks adjunct professors to teach undergraduate Health Services courses in a blended program. The position emphasizes remote instruction with onsite presence as needed by the Program Director.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree, have teaching experience at the undergraduate level, and can engage a diverse student body. Familiarity with Canvas and current healthcare topics is preferred. Rolling applications, part-time, with salary per credit hour.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a related discipline.
• Prior undergraduate teaching experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage and inspire students from diverse backgrounds.
• Able to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in health services based on course needs.
• Develop and organize course syllabi, assignments, exams, and content.
• Provide engaging instruction to online or in-person students as required.
• Assess and evaluate student performance through grading of coursework.
• Hold office hours to meet with students and provide academic support.
• Participate in college meetings and maintain communication with faculty and staff.
• Stay current with developments in the discipline and apply them to teaching.
• Follow university policies in teaching, grading, and responsibilities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent & team work

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master's degree or higher

PhD (in progress)

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Advertising Summary:

The Bachelor of Science in HealthServices is seeking adjunct professors to teach a class/classes inthe undergraduate program for Health Services. Are you seeking adynamic academic position focused on teaching future health careleaders? If you are, take a look at a new opportunity in theCollege of Health Professions, Bachelor of Science in HealthServices Program.

This position will be responsible for teaching online courses andwill be remote, with an onsite presence as requested by theProgram Director.

We are seeking individuals who have experience teaching and/orbackground in the following content, including, but not limited to, interprofessional content areas in healthcare such as:

• Healthcare professions
• Person-centered Care
• Communications, interpersonal relationship skills
• Leadership
• Management
• Economics and Finance
• Research Methods
• Human Growth and Development
• Healthcare Technology and Innovation
• Professional and Clinical Ethics

To learn more about the BSHS vision and our commitment to interprofessional education, please see our current courselistings. The primary objective of this position is to provide education instructional support to the Bachelor of Science inHealth Services program.

Supports as an instructor in all aspects of this blendedinterdisciplinary program. Opportunities for instruction areonline

Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis and based onprogram teaching needs.

Unit:

College of Health Professions MBU

Department:

Deans Office AHP

Department Summary:

Virginia Commonwealth University seeksto create a work environment and organizational culture thatreflect the society and community in which it is located and aclimate for the success of every employee by appreciating theuniqueness that each one brings to the workplace.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in health services based on courseneeds
• Develop and organize course syllabi, assignments, exams, andcourse content as needed.
• Provide engaging and effective instruction to undergraduatestudents in person or online, as required.
• Assess and evaluate student performance through grading ofassignments, exams, and projects.
• Hold office hours to meet with students and provide academicsupport.
• Participate in BSHS meetings and maintain communication withfaculty and staff as necessary.
• Stay current with developments in the discipline andincorporate them into course materials and teaching methods.
• Follow university policies and procedures in teaching, grading,and conducting academic responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or higher in a related discipline
• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level ispreferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and inspire students in a diverse academicenvironment
• Ability to work independently and in a team-orientedenvironment
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environmentof respect, professionalism, and civility with a population offaculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences,or a commitment to do so as an adjunct faculty member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching online and face-to-face
• Familiarity with Canvas
• PhD or in progress
• Experience in a related field to program content

Salary Range:

$1,487/credit hour

Benefits

All VCU employee types are eligible for a widearray of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employeetype.

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Flexible Work Arrangement:

Fully Remote

Rank:

Instructor

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Meredith Dean, Program Manager
Contact Email: [e-mail]