at University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Adjunct Faculty, International Programs, College of Business and Health Administration
Position Number
XXXXXX-00
Department
COBHA Adjunct Faculty
Job Grade
Position Summary
The College of Business and Health Administration is a team of exceptional, experienced professionals dedicated to providing a rigorous academic curriculum in a supportive compassionate learning environment. Guided by our Catholic Franciscan values, we are committed to student success and lifelong learning. Faculty include both full-time and adjunct faculty who are professionals with expertise in the courses they teach. In addition, we are committed to continuous quality improvement, applied scholarly contribution, and assisting the business and health care communities.
In a world driven by consumer choice, what sets the University of St. Francis apart from other higher learning institutions is the quality of our instructors.
The University of St. Francis seeks educators who exhibit such a passion for teaching and learning that our College of Business and Health Administration (COBHA) students will have no doubt they are interacting with a quality instructor; one who is characterized by such adjectives as professional, prepared, prompt, patient, and positive.
Today we are specifically looking for instructors willing to teach in person on location in our various international programs (currently in the Czech Republic and Vietnam) in a variety of bachelors and masters courses including management, finance, economics, marketing, supply chain, among others.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* Uphold and fulfill the mission and philosophy of the College of Business and Health Administration (COBHA)
* Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement
* Teach in person and blended courses on-site in our international locations
* Participate in ongoing professional development activities and USF adjunct faculty training
* Teach all assigned courses and hours as determined by the course schedule
* Plan course instruction based upon approved curriculum, syllabus and learning outcomes
* Design, administer and grade course assignments, essays and exams to assess student achievement as well as overall achievement of course learning outcomes
Minimum Requirements
* Master's degree in field
* Evidence of strength in instructional methodology, delivery, and techniques
* A willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values of the University
* Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
* Ability and willingness to travel to international locations and deliver on-site courses according to the required schedule
* Demonstrated experience working with individuals, ideally students, from other cultures and different backgrounds
Preferred Requirements
* Ph.D./DBA/JD or other terminal doctoral degree in a variety of areas including management, marketing, business administration, finance, supply chain/logistics, international business, etc.
* Five (5) years' teaching experience
* Previous face-to-face teaching experience
* Previous online teaching experience
* Previous experience with traveling and teaching in international locations
* Experience with Canvas Learning Management System
Hours/Shift/Work Schedule
Class schedules varies based upon the program but are generally about two weeks in duration
Physical Requirements of Position
Work is performed in an office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a computer. This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FP0563-16
Open Date
05/11/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
It has been and will continue to be the policy of the University to be an equal opportunity employer. The University will continue to administer all employment matters without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam era or disabled veteran’s status.
