Adjunct Professor, School of Arts & Sciences (pool posting)

Description

The School of Arts and Sciences at St. Bonaventure University is continuously seeking qualified adjunct instructors. Adjunct professors are hired on an as-needed basis to teach courses across various disciplines within the School of Arts and Sciences. This is a pool posting, and applications will be reviewed as adjunct needs arise. Appointments and course assignments are contingent on enrollment, funding, and department needs.

Applications are accepted for all departments, including but not limited to:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• English
• History
• Mathematics
• Native American & Indigenous Studies
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Social Work
• Sociology & Criminology
• Theology & Franciscan Studies
• Visual and Performing Arts
• World Languages and Cultural Studies

Examples of Duties

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in assigned discipline(s).
• Develop and deliver course content, including lectures, assignments, and assessments.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Foster a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Adhere to university policies and academic standards.
• Participate in department meetings and training, as necessary.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in the relevant discipline or a closely related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the college level is preferred.
• Industry experience in the field of instruction.

Supplemental Information

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• A cover letter specifying areas of expertise and teaching interests.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Compensation: $3,000 - $4,000 per 3-credit hour course

St. Bonaventure University is located in the scenic Enchanted Mountain region of Western New York, approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, New York, with easy access to major metropolitan areas. A close-knit and caring community guided by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity, St. Bonaventure is dedicated to academic excellence as informed by its Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. The university is committed to developing an inclusive community and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.

The university currently enrolls approximately 2,000 undergraduate students and more than 1,000 graduate students in its schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Communication, and Health Professions. U.S. News & World Report ranks SBU in the top 15% of regional universities in the North, for both value and overall. St. Bonaventure is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference (NCAA Division I), with athletes participating in 20 sports.

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