Adjunct Faculty - Health and Human Performance

University of Scranton

2024-05-31 17:41:54

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Education

Job description

Position Title Adjunct Faculty - Health and Human Performance Non-Discrimination Statement The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment. Anyone who has questions about the University's Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy, or the University's Non-Discrimination or Anti-Harassment Policy, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policy should contact: Elizabeth M. Garcia Title IX Coordinator The Office of Equity and Diversity Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Rm 311 University Mission The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University's mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at Diversity & Inclusion The University of Scranton embraces diversity and inclusion through its mission, Jesuit identity, strategic plans, community outreach programs, and numerous diversity programs. The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity employer and actively solicits applications from diverse candidates. Please see our website at for our full non-discrimination statement. All applicants are required to provide a statement that indicates their commitment to diversity and inclusion and how this informs their pedagogy. Department Health and Human Performance Job Purpose The University of Scranton's Department of Health and Human Performance has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to staff a variety of courses each semester in the fields of Kinesiology, Health Promotion, Nutrition, and Coaching. Adjunct faculty may instruct one or more courses each semester on an "as needed" basis. A particular need is common in Nutrition, Strength and Conditioning, Health Promotion, and courses within the Coaching minor. Essential Duties Adjunct faculty are expected to teach a specified course(s); prepare course materials; provide support and guidance to students; and report grades. Additional Skills Required Certifications in a field relevant to the course, if applicable. Minimum Education Requirements Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Health Promotion or related majors. Preferred Education Preference will be given to candidates who have an ABD or PhD in the aforementioned degrees for Kinesiology and Health Promotion. Minimum Job Experience Requirements Preferred Qualifications Previous teaching experience and willingness to be flexible in class scheduling Years of Experience Full Time/Part Time Part-Time Annual Schedule N/A Rank Part Time/Adjunct Faculty Tenure Non-Tenure Track Is this posting collecting references? No- Do not provide references at this time. Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number F00512P Open Date 05/22/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Complete applications are to include a cover letter and CV. This is a pooled position from which Adjunct/Affiliates will be hired as needed. As openings occur, we will draw candidates from this pool until May 2025 or until positions are filled for the current academic year. Applicants not chosen are invited to re-apply for consideration on or after June 1, 2025.