Sports Studies-Athletic Injury and Prevention, Adjunct Faculty
About The Position
The University of Saint Joseph invites qualified applicants to teach SPST 200 – Athletic Injury Care and Prevention, a 3-credit course in the Business Administration Department. The course covers emergency care techniques, basic injury prevention and evaluation, and techniques for injury prevention and rehabilitation of injuries. The listed section meets in person on Mondays from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, beginning in January 2027. This is a temporary, part-time teaching assignment on a semester basis. Assignments depend on student enrollment and department needs. Courses may be offered in person, synchronously online, or asynchronously online, and may be scheduled during the day, evening, weekdays, or Saturdays. The adjunct faculty member will prepare and deliver instruction and course materials, assess student work, provide timely feedback, support students, maintain office hours, participate in meetings as requested, use university teaching technology, and complete required academic and administrative duties. Applicants must hold a relevant master's degree or higher from an accredited institution and be committed to the University’s mission.
Requirements
- Master's degree or higher in Athletic Training (MSAT), Kinesiology/Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, or a closely related field, from an accredited institution.
- Commitment to the University of Saint Joseph mission.
- Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Industry or clinical experience.
- A terminal degree.
- Prior college-level teaching experience.
Responsibilities
- Teach 2–6 credits designated as contact time with students.
- Prepare lectures, projects, homework, assessments, and other assignments aligned with the course syllabus.
- Grade student assignments promptly and provide feedback that supports academic success.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours and be available at least one additional hour per week, in person or virtually, to support students.
- Attend program or department meetings as requested.
- Use current methods and practices for teaching college-level courses and provide qualified, clear instruction related to the subject.
- Learn and use technology provided by USJ to facilitate teaching.
- Meet all class periods designated for the semester according to the academic calendar.
- Submit mid-semester and final grades to the Registrar’s Office within required timeframes and leave course records with the department chairperson upon course completion.
- Provide a supportive atmosphere for student success.
- Maintain regular attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
