Adjunct - History

Lincoln University

Job Title: Adjunct

Classification: Faculty

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: History, Political Science, Philosophy, Religion & African American Experience

Reports: Chair

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Location: Lincoln University Main Campus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in specific content areas as assigned by department chairpersons.
• Prepares syllabi that meet department and university standards.
• Prepares meaningful classroom experiences which include a variety of pedagogical strategies, including lectures, discussion, tests and exams.
• Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.
• Participates in Assessment activities by submitting data of student learning outcomes in a timely fashion.
• And all other relevant duties as assigned by the Chair.
  
  
  

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree in related field required. Ph.D. preferred.
  
  
  

EXPERIENCE:

• Teaching experience in an undergraduate/graduate institution.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to make decisions supporting the department’s mission and goals.
• Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written.
• Must have interpersonal skills, and the ability to work within a culturally diverse organization.
• Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including possible evening and weekend work. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, and bend and reach.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Applicants must submit the following:

• A current curriculum vitae or resume that includes information on education, experience, and ability related to the position.
• Copies of all college/university transcripts verifying degree(s) and/or coursework.
• The names and contact information for (3) three references.