Hybrid Visiting Professor of Sociology

Devry University • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

DeVry University is seeking industry professionals to teach and share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate and graduate students. Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks and blend face-to-face interaction with technology, including online discussions and assignments. Faculty facilitate student learning in accordance with University requirements, develop syllabi and lesson plans, and use teaching techniques that support course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development activities. DeVry University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary according to University needs and discretion.

The position requires a master's degree in Sociology or Environmental Science and 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught. A doctorate is preferred. Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts. Degrees must be from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or from an international institution determined to have equivalent accreditation. Additional requirements related to state licensing or accreditation may apply. Faculty must have subject matter expertise, outstanding communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.

Visiting Professor pay depends on level, credit hours taught per eight-week session, and location. Pay may range from $1,500 to $2,700 per eight-week session in most states. In Arizona, California, Indiana, and Pennsylvania, pay is an hourly rate of either $22.00 or $23.50.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Sociology or Environmental Science.
• At least 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught.
• Relevant degree must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
• Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with their application.
• Requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.
• Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide students with an approved DeVry University syllabus using the local campus template and including terminal course objectives.
• Organize, prepare, regularly revise, and update course materials.
• Use appropriate online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions, to prepare the course and make it accessible to students.
• Model effective oral and written communication that engages students, provides clarity, and improves learning.
• Set clear course expectations by publishing terminal objectives, assignment and examination dates, and the weighting of evaluation categories.
• Ensure exam content and difficulty correspond to course terminal objectives.
• Prepare and grade exams consistently and fairly, and provide students with timely feedback.
• Responsibly integrate AI technologies into classroom teaching and learning, and recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools in academic work.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level