Purdue Global Adjunct Faculty, English & Rhetoric (REMOTE) (42515)

Our Opportunity:

Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-qualityeducation, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online. Purdue Global's School ofMultidisciplinary and Professional Studies has an opening for Adjunct Faculty.

Job Summary:

Purdue UniversityGlobal offers term by term, non-tenured teaching appointments to qualified individuals who are dedicated to providing quality educationalexperiences to students in Associates, Bachelors and Masters degree programs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individualsto work in a professional learning community wherein faculty contribute to and engage in instructional best practice for adult learners inan innovative, nontraditional university setting. Adjunct faculty have part-time teaching roles. Adjunct faculty can teach up to 3courses per term, not to exceed 10 courses per year. This role participates in continuing professional development and may also engage infaculty governance and curriculum work as needed. Additional service activities may be assigned to Adjunct faculty. Scholarship is notrequired. Teaching assignments for Adjunct faculty may fluctuate and are contingent upon the schedule of courses. Adjunct faculty deliverhigh-quality instruction and foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment conducive to student success.

What toexpect in this role:

Provides a student-centered learning environment which enables students to attainsuccess. Teaches synchronous or asynchronous seminars (10 week units) as assigned by the School or program. Maintainsschool-determined virtual office hours per week for each class. Ensures timely management and response to electronic correspondencefrom students, administrators, and other University officials. Leads message board discussion and engages students in relevantdiscussions and coursework. Partners with Academic Advisors to address student concerns. Refer students who self-identify with apotential need for an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to Student Accessibility Services (SAS), and comply withall student accommodations communicated by SAS in writing. Maintains and submits accurate and timely reports for studentgrades/progress. Delivers mid-term and final grades in accordance with the academic calendar. Enforces student conductpolicies as outlined in the University Catalog. Attends University, departmental, and faculty meetings as requested. Remainscurrent with trends, techniques, and advances in technology that are applicable to the program. Additional duties as may be assignedby the School.

Experience:

Required minimum: Master's in English, Composition, Rhetoric,Professional/Technical Writing or closely related field + 18 graduate credit hours in writing. 1-3 years' relatedpractical/professional experience and/or training; online, higher education teaching experience is preferred.

What weare looking for:

Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications and Zoom meetingtechnology. Experience with Brightspace education software is preferred. Excellent communication, organizational and time managementskills, and with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to work effectively in a remote environmentwith minimal supervision. Capable of building strong working relationships across teams, departments andSchools.

Additional Information:

Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorizationfor this position. A background check will be required for employment in this position. We ask that our remote employeeshave access to a reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. You may wish toreview the Purdue Virtual Meeting ProfessionalStandards . Adjunct compensation varies per course based on student enrollment, program type and also includes a contribution toa retirement account. A typical adjunct in the School of General Education can expect to receive $2800 per full 10-week course. Retirementaccount benefits include an automatic 403(b) company contribution of 3% and a company match up to an additional 4% with participation in anoptional 457(b) plan. When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficialtranscript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.

FLSA:

Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime) PurdueGlobal is an EEO/AA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a varietyof perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are basedon qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply. #HEJ