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Position DescriptionContributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
Position Description
Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
About the College
Texas Tech University Online extends the university's commitment to high-quality education to learners worldwide. Through a wide range of fully online degree programs and courses, Texas Tech Online offers flexible, accessible learning that maintains academic rigor. Online instructors are part of a collaborative community with access to instructional design support, training, and digital tools to enhance student engagement. Faculty teaching online at Texas Tech are valued members of the university and contribute to its mission of teaching, research, and service, regardless of their location.
The School of Professional Studies, which resides in Texas Tech University Online, offers a number of online degrees in flexible 8-week course terms.
About the Department/School/Area
The School of Professional Studies promotes students' leadership and career opportunities for success in a dynamic workplace through engaging interdisciplinary and career-focused credential and degree programs delivered online and on-campus. The faculty of Professional Studies is dedicated to supporting students' skills by integrating multiple knowledge bases essential for navigating the complex and interconnected challenges of today's world, particularly those that involve multiple disciplines. The curricula and programs in Professional Studies prepare students to address the interdisciplinary challenges requiring a holistic approach emphasizing creativity, collaboration, and life-long learning for personal and career development.
Major/Essential Functions
Instructor, HRDV, School of Professional Studies, TTU Online
Teaching online and/or micro-credentialing courses in Human Resource Development, Leadership for the School of Professional Studies degree program. Job assignment is dependent on the needs of the department. Contributes to the university's mission through teaching and course development. Participates in required trainings/reviews/assessments or similar.
Faculty Qualifications
Terminal Degree (PhD, JD, or equivalent) in one of the following areas:
- Human Resources (HR), including a JD with relevant HR work experience
Master's Degree in one of the following areas:
- Human Resources (HR)
- MBA with an HR focus
- Candidates who hold a completed master's degree in any field and have completed 18 credit hours in the above specified areas or have relevant combination of appropriate credit hours and work experience (as determined by the academic unit) will be considered.