Adjunct Instructor (Multiple Graduate Programs)

GUS • Goodyear, AZ

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

Avila University Arizona is seeking dedicated and qualified Adjunct Instructors to join our faculty in Goodyear, Arizona. As an Adjunct Instructor, you will teach online and hybrid graduate courses. The ideal candidate possesses strong industry experience and technical proficiency in selected field and is passionate about mentoring adult learners in accelerated graduate programs. When applying, please specify in your Cover Letter which subject areas you are applying for. Successful candidates will be added to our adjunct faculty pool. Teaching assignments for the upcoming terms, which runs through October 2026, will be distributed from this pool based on course availability and enrollment.

Requirements

• Doctorate in the related field. A master’s degree with significant (10+ years) professional industry experience in the subject area will be considered in lieu of a doctorate.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience applying subject concepts in a business or research setting.
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English.
• Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events.
• Ability to gather, collate, and/or classify data.
• Ability to use job-related equipment.
• Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
• Ability to work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes.
• Ability to utilize a variety of job-related equipment.
• Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
• Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines.
• Problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching, training, or adjunct faculty experience in related subjects.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex management concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to facilitate virtual team simulations and guide students through conflict resolution and negotiation scenarios.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.
• Familiarity with working on real-world business datasets and solving industry-specific problems.
• PMP certificate (for Project Management & Operations applicants).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality online and hybrid instruction using in-person, synchronous and asynchronous methods.
• Utilize best practices in teaching for online, accelerated adult graduate programs.
• Employ effective teaching strategies that accommodate diverse student abilities, professional backgrounds, and learning styles.
• Integrate real-world business datasets and industry case studies into course curriculum to ensure practical applicability.
• Assist students in navigating challenges encountered during their coursework, providing actionable feedback and solutions.
• Foster a collaborative learning environment where students are encouraged to reflect on their technical practice and innovate.
• Collaborate with university faculty and program directors to ensure curriculum alignment with current industry trends in the subject areas.
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development activities to stay updated on best practices in STEM education and emerging AI technologies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance expertise in instructional technologies, instructional methods, and assessment practices.
• Stay informed about current research and trends in the subject area, incorporating relevant knowledge into course content.
• Maintain accurate records of student grades, project evaluations, and attendance within the university’s learning management system.
• Ensure compliance with university academic standards and accreditation requirements.
• Assist in the coordination of programmatic assessments to monitor the effectiveness of the curriculum.

Benefits

• Global University Systems (GUS) is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education.
• Our institutions offer the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible and digital-first learning.
• We offer a choice of career-enhancing certificates, degrees and post-graduate level qualifications, equipping our thriving multi-national community of students for lifelong success.
• Our world-leading network and state-of-the-art institutions power the upskilling of our students worldwide.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees