Adjunct Instructor, Applied Sciences - WVU Potomac State College (Keyser)

West Virginia University • West Virginia, WV

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About The Position

West Virginia University’s Potomac State College campus in Keyser, West Virginia, is building a pool of qualified adjunct instructors for part-time teaching opportunities as they arise. Instructors will teach in person and/or online in the Applied Sciences Division, whose disciplines include Agriculture, Business (including Accounting and Economics), Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Forestry, and Wildlife. Applications are accepted throughout the year and considered as openings become available. Salary is established on a per-course basis.

Faculty have opportunities to participate in the cultural and intellectual life of West Virginia University and access professional development opportunities generally available to university faculty. The role supports undergraduate teaching and service at a small college with enrollment growth potential and a distinctive identity and academic culture.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in the relevant field from a regionally accredited college or university by the time of appointment, or a master’s degree in a related field plus 18 credit hours and/or work experience in the field.
• Commitment to students and high academic standards.
• Commitment to collegiality and building a welcoming community.
• Understanding of and commitment to innovative teaching methodologies and systems that actively engage students.
• Understanding of and commitment to working with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Selected candidate must complete a background check.
• Application must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial college transcript(s), and contact information for three professional references.

Nice To Haves

• Previous college teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach Applied Sciences courses in person and/or online as opportunities become available.
• Pursue undergraduate teaching and service at Potomac State College.
• Engage students in the learning process using innovative teaching methodologies and systems.
• Work collegially with peers and contribute to a welcoming community.
• Work with faculty, staff, and students from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in West Virginia University’s cultural and intellectual life.
• Professional development opportunities generally made available to university faculty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level