Adjunct (per course) Instructor - Legal Studies

The University of Illinois System•Springfield, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Legal Studies at the University of Illinois Springfield has occasional need for adjunct (per course) instructors. Adjunct faculty are required to complete mandatory annual employee training, including Ethics, and Preventing Harassment & Discrimination. Adjunct faculty teaching online courses must successfully complete the Building Digital Community (BDC) self-paced course during their first semester teaching online to be eligible to teach additional online courses at UIS. BDC is offered free of charge through the Center for Online Learning, Research and Service (COLRS). The minimum compensation for adjunct (per course) teaching at UIS ranges from $2700 to $3600. Minimum pay is based on number of courses previously taught at UIS, and whether the instructor has earned a terminal degree. The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system, located in the state capital. The University serves approximately 4,000 students in 60 undergraduate programs of study, 41 minors, 44 graduate programs of study, 1 doctorate, 43 graduate certificates, and coursework leading to 8 ISBE endorsements. The academic curriculum offers students a strong liberal arts core, a wide range of professional programs, and close faculty interaction. Making the most of its location in the state capital, UIS is broadly engaged in public policy and service. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs, and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. The University emphasizes excellence in teaching, and faculty are also expected to provide a balance of scholarship and service activities to meet requirements for tenure and promotion.

Requirements

For undergraduate programs: Master’s degree or higher in the discipline or subfield.
If Master's degree is in a different discipline: Completed a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield.
For graduate programs: Terminal degree determined by the discipline, with a record of research, scholarship or achievement appropriate for the graduate program.
Upload a cover letter addressing the responsibilities of the position.
Upload current curriculum vita or resume.
Upload unofficial transcripts.
Complete mandatory annual employee training.
Successfully complete the Building Digital Community (BDC) self-paced course during their first semester teaching online (for online courses).

Responsibilities

Teach courses on a per-course basis within the Legal Studies department.
Complete mandatory annual employee training, including Ethics, and Preventing Harassment & Discrimination.
Successfully complete the Building Digital Community (BDC) self-paced course during the first semester teaching online (if applicable).