JOB SUMMARY:  Under the direction of the Chair or Director of the academic program, adjunct faculty receive a contract or letter stating adjunct employment with a primary responsibility in teaching. Faculty members assess, plan, implement and evaluate instruction for students in clinical and classroom settings or laboratories in coordination with established course and program objectives.

The College of Arts, Sciences, and Business  offers a number of degrees and programs in the areas of:

• Behavioral & Social Sciences
• Biology
• Chemistry & Mathematics
• Education
• English, History, & Political Science
• Philosophy & Theology

 
Adjuncts are contracted on a semester-by-semester, class-by-class basis. Schedules vary based on the needs of the department.
 
Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Adheres to all applicable university academic and employment policies identified in the Employee and Faculty handbooks and academic catalogs
• Respects the moral and religious beliefs of the university and students; uses discretion when expressing personal beliefs and views

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Director

USF WAY:
University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the University’s mission and support of its Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Employees provide the intellect, empathy and ability to serve our students and community. The USF Way of serving is a source of pride for many employees. To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our university, we provide the following service expectations for all employees. These standards have been tailored by position and responsibilities, and are incorporated into performance evaluations.
Standard #1: Provide opportunities for deeper conversations, prayer and reflection.
Standard #2: Utilize best practices in communication and service.

1. Apply care to your words and deeds to ensure respect for others.
2. Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.
3. Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist you?”
4. Respond promptly, whether in person, via phone, or email.

Standard #3: Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.
Standard #4: Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.
           

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education

• Masters or graduate degree in the field of study required.
• Doctorate or terminal degree preferred.
• Specific programs may have further qualifications to comply with accreditation requirements

Experience 

• One to two year’s teaching or training experience preferred, experience in higher education preferred
• Two to three year’s professional experience within the field preferred
• Specific programs may have further qualifications to comply with accreditation requirements

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates an understanding of educational theory, instructional methods and evaluation technique and use of technology utilized in higher education in a classroom setting.
• Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills necessary to plan, implement and evaluate educational activities to assure compliance with established goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written, necessary to interact effectively with all university constituents.

 
Licenses or certifications

• Varies by program. (Please list any and all licenses and certifications on your application)

USF especially welcomes history, philosophy, and political science adjuncts who are willing to teach on-line for us, and that because they do not need to be in Ft. Wayne, such persons are invited to apply from across the country.