Adjunct Faculty, Physics - General Education - Online Campus

Job Description:

Founded in 1979, The Chicago School is an independent professional graduate school with both undergraduate and graduate programs, and a dynamic student body and a professionally accomplished faculty. Our curriculum and training opportunities prepare graduates to deliver outstanding professional services emphasizing the ability to understand and work with diverse populations.

Position Summary:

Adjunct Faculty Member – General Education (Physics)

The General Education department in the College of Undergraduate Studies is seeking highly qualified candidates for adjunct/ Subject Matter Expert (SME) faculty positions to join our current dynamic faculty to facilitate our undergraduate courses. We offer a wide range of undergraduate courses that prepare our undergraduate students for sought-after careers in psychology as well as for a seamless transition into our graduate program upon completion of their Bachelor’s degree. We are seeking a faculty member to develop and teach Physics courses within our General Education curriculum, serving students on pathways toward advanced professional and graduate degrees.

These courses include:

· General Physics I

· General Physics I Lab

· General Physics II

· General Physics II Lab

Online courses at The Chicago School are taught through the Canvas learning management system. Prior to teaching, all new adjunct faculty members will participate in our 7-week Teaching Online Pedagogy and Standards (TOPS) course, which covers best practices and new developments in online teaching and learning. Applicants should submit a current CV along with a cover letter describing their qualifications, teaching experience, and interest in the position.

Principle Duties:

· Facilitate student learning through discussions and assignments aligned with course syllabi

· Provide timely, substantive, and constructive feedback

· Respond to student inquiries and support student success

· Develop or provide supplemental instructional materials, as needed

· Offer at least one synchronous learning opportunity per term

· Participate in departmental meetings and virtual events (e.g., open house) at least once per term

Position Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Physics or a related field (required)

· Doctorate in Physics or a related field (preferred)

· Prior undergraduate teaching experience (preferred)

The Chicago School offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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