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Adjunct Instructor in English The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Humanities seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate courses in English composition and/or American and British literature for the Fall 2026 semester.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teach assigned courses in English composition and literature as assigned. Design and deliver course instruction aligned with program outcomes, accreditation standards, and institutional policies. Develop syllabi, learning activities, assessments, and instructional materials consistent with approved course descriptions. Evaluate and provide timely, constructive feedback on student work. Maintain regular communication with students and hold virtual or in-person office hours as required. Use the institution's learning management system (LMS) to manage course content, grading, and communication. Uphold academic integrity, accessibility standards, and inclusive teaching practices. Participate in required training, orientation, and assessment activities related to adjunct teaching.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

Earned Master's degree in English or related field. Experience in teaching English courses at the collegiate level.

Preferred:

Ph.D. in English or related field. Strong written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Primarily a sedentary position with online or hybrid teaching. Employment decisions are based on merit and university needs, and not on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University expressly reserves its rights to appoint faculty and staff who share a commitment to the Christian faith which is consistent with the Mennonite/Anabaptist beliefs of the university's founding and supporting church.

EOE. DEADLINE

: Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until this position is filled.

APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications are considered complete when the following materials are received at the office indicated below: Letter of interest Resume Completed Bluffton employment application Send application materials to: Human resources Bluffton University 1 University Drive Bluffton, OH 45817-2104 hr@bluffton.edu Posted 08/11/26