Adjunct Faculty - Anthropology

Job Details

Job Title Adjunct Faculty - Anthropology

Agency East Texas A&M University

Department Sociology & Criminal Justice

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location Commerce, Texas

Job Type Faculty

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents.

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer).

SUMMARY:

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two (2) courses) within the required discipline. Instruction may be delivered on-campus, off-campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field of anthropology is required.
• Experience: prior college teaching experience is not required but preferred.
• Knowledge / Skills: Knowledge or familiarity with D2L as a learning management system will be helpful. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• College or University teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.