Master's degree in the discipline taught, or a related field.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and active participation in the life of the institution.
Commitment to student learning, retention, support, and assessment are critical.
Adjunct Assistant Professor:
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, development of a record of scholarship, and active participation in the life of the institution and profession.
Work experience that equates to one-academic year of full-time college teaching, or one-academic year of the combination of part-time teaching experience while a graduate student.
Professional experience in the f
Benefits
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Additional Information
POSITION SUMMARY:
POOLED ADJUNCTS: By applying to this pool, you are not applying for a specific position. You are submitting your application to be considered for adjunct appointments that may become available at Southern Oregon University during the posted triennium. Adjuncts are for specific temporary, part-time, limited-duration teaching positions. Positions can be one term (thirteen weeks) or multiple terms as needed. Your application will be kept on file and you will be contacted if a position becomes available that matches your educational background and experience. You can withdraw your application from the pool at any time. This pool will be refreshed triennially and you will be notified by hrs@sou.edu of the requirement to re-apply for continued consideration.
Each applicant is encouraged to provide (preferably as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; (2) a current resume/CV; and (3) an unofficial copy of all post-secondary transcripts. Optional supplemental documents may include teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, and/or letters of recommendation.
For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or call 541-552-8553.
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Division: College of Arts and Humanities/Communication, Media & Cinema
Job Family Group: Faculty
FLSA Status: Exempt
Appointment Basis: Temporary
Time Type: Part-time
Benefits Eligible: No
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Remote Work Type: As determined by the position
Visa Sponsorship: This employer will not sponsor applicants for visas.
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Rate of Pay:
The anticipated rate is $650/ELU for non-terminally prepared adjunct instructors (term-by-term) and $750/ELU for terminally prepared adjunct instructors (term-by-term). Graduate-level courses may be paid at a higher rate. A typical 4-credit course is loaded at 4 ELU.
Full-Time-Equivalency:
Typically, less than 7.5 ELU, but up to 15 ELU per term or 45 ELU per year for 1.0 full-time equivalence
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Individuals appointed from this pool will have the primary responsibility to teach courses within Communication, Media & Cinema.
The Communication, Media & Cinema Department has majors in Communication, Media Innovation, Digital Cinema (BA.BS), and Digital Cinema Production Arts (BFA). The Communication major helps students learn how to navigate interpersonal, group, and organizational cultures. The Media Innovation major provides students with the practical and critical skills required to live, work, and make their mark in the modern media landscape. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise, especially addressing the career goals of students interested in journalism, public relations, strategic communication and content marketing. The Digital Cinema and Digital Cinema Production Arts majors provide students with the benefits of both a traditional film school curriculum and a forward-looking education in visual storytelling and innovation for the 21st century.
Minimum Qualifications: Most positions are anticipated to be hired at the adjunct instructor level.
Adjunct Instructor (term-by-term):
Initial appointment at the rank of Instructor requires a Master's or terminal degree in the discipline taught or a related field; OR a Bachelor's degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, plus equivalency of Master's degree in years of professional experience in the field.
Demonstrated teaching potential.
Familiarity with the appropriate equipment as required for the discipline.
Adjunct Assistant Professor:
Initial appointment at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor requires a terminal degree in the discipline taught or a related field; OR a Master's degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, and is in the process of completing the appropriate terminal degree.
Demonstrated teaching potential.
Familiarity with the appropriate equipment as required for the discipline.
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