POSITION SUMMARY:
POOLED ADJUNCTS: By applying to this pool, you are not applying for a specific position. You are submitting your application to be considered for adjunct appointments that may become available at Southern Oregon University during the posted triennium. Adjuncts are for specific temporary, part-time, limited-duration teaching positions. Positions can be one term (thirteen weeks) or multiple terms as needed. Your application will be kept on file and you will be contacted if a position becomes…
available that matches your educational background and experience. You can withdraw your application from the pool at any time. This pool will be refreshed triennially and you will be notified by hrs@sou.edu of the requirement to re-apply for continued consideration.
Each applicant is encouraged to provide (preferably as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; (2) a current resume/CV; and (3) an unofficial copy of all post-secondary transcripts. Optional supplemental documents may include teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, and/or letters of recommendation.
For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or call 541-552-8553.
Division: College of Natural & Social Sciences/Criminology & Criminal Justice, Economics, History, International Studies, and Power & Politics
Job Family Group: Faculty
FLSA Status: Exempt
Appointment Basis: Temporary
Time Type: Part-time
Benefits Eligible: No
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Remote Work Type: As determined by the position
Visa Sponsorship: This employer will not sponsor applicants for visas.
Rate of Pay:
The anticipated rate is $650/ELU for non-terminally prepared adjunct instructors (term-by-term) and $750/ELU for terminally prepared adjunct instructors (term-by-term). Graduate-level courses may be paid at a higher rate. A typical 4-credit course is loaded at 4 ELU.
Full-Time-Equivalency:
Typically, less than 7.5 ELU, but up to 15 ELU per term or 45 ELU per year for 1.0 full-time equivalence.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Individuals appointed from this pool will have the primary responsibility to teach courses within Criminology & Criminal Justice, Economics, History, International Studies, and Power & Politics.
- Criminology & Criminal Justice: SOU offers a Bachelor's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice (CCJ) that prepares students for a wide variety of employment in such organizations as governmental agencies, law enforcement, public agencies, and the prison system. The CCJ Department seeks applicants who can teach either or both online and traditional courses in support of the CCJ degree. Specific needs vary by term, but individuals with experience teaching introductory courses in Criminal law, criminology, and law enforcement are encouraged to apply. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise
- Economics: SOU offers a Bachelor's degree in Economics that prepares students for a wide variety of employment in such organizations as governmental agencies, consulting firms, public interest groups, not-for-profit organizations, and law firms. The Economics degree prepares students to work in a variety of administrative, management, and financial positions. Instructional needs include introductory courses in both macro and microeconomics. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise
- History: SOU offers a Bachelor's degree in History that prepares students for a wide variety of employment in such organizations as governmental agencies, media, and not-for-profit organizations. The degree also prepares students for graduate programs in history, public policy, law, education, and business. Applicants with experience in both U.S. and World History are invited to apply. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise.
- International Studies: The International Studies program offers a major and minor in International Studies, and also a minor in Latin American Studies. The program is interdisciplinary in nature and draws upon courses from several departments on campus. At times, the program has a need for adjunct faculty to teach an Introduction to International Studies course or upper-division courses, particularly in areas such as regional and country studies or international political economy. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise.
- Power & Politics: SOU offers a Bachelor's degree in Power and Politics that prepares students for a wide variety of employment in such organizations as governmental agencies, consulting firms, public interest groups, and not-for-profit organizations. The degree also prepares students for graduate programs in political science, public policy, law, education, and business. The Power & Politics program seeks applicants who can teach either or both online and traditional courses in support of the Power and Politics degree. Specific needs vary by term, but individuals with experience teaching introductory surveys, public policy, law, American politics, and international politics are encouraged to apply. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise.
Minimum Qualifications:
Most positions are anticipated to be hired at the adjunct instructor level.
Adjunct Instructor (term-by-term):
- Initial appointment at the rank of Instructor requires a Master's or terminal degree in the discipline taught or a related field; OR a Bachelor's degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, plus equivalency of Master's degree in years of professional experience in the field.
- Demonstrated teaching potential.
- Familiarity with the appropriate equipment as required for the discipline.
Adjunct Assistant Professor:
- Initial appointment at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor requires a terminal degree in the discipline taught or a related field; OR a Master's degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, and is in the process of completing the appropriate terminal degree.
- Demonstrated teaching potential.
- Familiarity with the appropriate equipment as required for the discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Adjunct Instructor (term-by-term):
- Master's degree in the discipline taught, or a related field.
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and active participation in the life of the institution.
- Commitment to student learning, retention, support, and assessment are critical.
Adjunct Assistant Professor:
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, development of a record of scholarship, and active participation in the life of the institution and profession.
- Work experience that equates to one-academic year of full-time college teaching, or one-academic year of the combination of part-time teaching experience while a graduate student.
- Professional experience in the field related to teaching assignment, particularly if working with more advanced students.
Duties (100%)
The primary responsibility of a faculty member is teaching. Teaching encompasses normal instructional activities beyond the teaching of assigned courses such as academic advising, working with students outside of class, posting and maintaining appropriate office hours, course and curriculum planning, etc.
- Efforts associated with teaching may include, but are not limited to: preparation; direct instruction; assessment; student contact outside of class (office hours, appointments, email); presenting complex concepts to a group of diverse learners; listening; understanding and responding to student questions in real-time/in a classroom environment; and applying critical judgment to student work, both written and verbal delivery of information.
- Efforts associated with lab/workshop may include: providing students with practical experience using instrumentation and equipment in a way that enables student learning and ensures safety; simultaneously monitoring and managing multiple students individually and in groups; demonstrating and executing complex procedures; and using complex instrumentation and hazardous materials.
Incumbents appointed to multiple terms of teaching may require professional development and service.
- Professional Development includes maintaining currency in the discipline taught.
- Service includes program and institutional administrative, committee, and student support and retention activities.
In addition to teaching and service, the primary responsibilities at the professorial level include participation in scholarly and/or creative activities, including mentoring student research projects, often related to the successful candidate's research program.
Physical Characteristics
Activities may involve standing, sitting, working at a computer, and lecturing.
Special Conditions
- Teaching assignments may include First Year Seminar, online and/or hybrid courses, Medford and Ashland campus classes, and day, evening and weekend courses.
- Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
- Must be able to work additional hours and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.
- Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
- Under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position classification is defined as exempt and is not subject to overtime regulations.
- The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the Oregon Revised Statutes and is required to comply with the requirements set forth by the Oregon Department of Human Services.
- This position is intended not to be benefits eligible. Should employment conditions warrant eligibility, the incumbent will be notified by the HR Benefits Officer. For additional information, please visit https://inside.sou.edu/hrs/benefits.html or call (541) 552-8553.
- Conditions of Employment: Workload expectations are outlined in the APSOU CBA, Article 19. Teaching assignments may include First Year Seminar, online and/or hybrid courses, Medford and Ashland campus classes, and day, evening, and weekend courses.
- Compensation: Any formally approved and authorized salary change shall automatically amend this contract.