Purdue Global Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Human Services (Remote)

Job title: Purdue Global Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Human Services (Remote) in USA at Purdue University
Company: Purdue University
Job description: Our Opportunity:Purdue Global's College of Social and Behavioral Sciences has an opening for Adjunct Faculty in the Human Services Department. Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online.Job Summary:Purdue University Global offers term by term, non-tenured teaching appointments to qualified individuals who are dedicated to providing quality educational experiences to students in Associates, Bachelors and Masters degree programs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to work in a professional learning community wherein faculty contribute to and engage in instructional best practice for adult learners in an innovative, nontraditional university setting.Adjunct faculty have part-time teaching roles. Courses are offered on a term by term basis. Adjunct faculty can teach up to 2 courses per term, not to exceed 10 courses per year. This role participates in continuing professional development and may also engage in faculty governance and curriculum work as needed. Additional service activities may be assigned to Adjunct faculty. Scholarship is not required. Teaching assignments for Adjunct faculty may fluctuate and are contingent upon the schedule of courses. Adjunct faculty deliver high-quality instruction and foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment conducive to student success.What to expect in this role:

• Provides a student-centered learning environment which enables students to attain success.
• Teaches synchronous seminars (10 week units) as assigned by the School or program.
• Maintains school-determined virtual office hours per week for each class.
• Ensures timely management and response to electronic correspondence from students, administrators, and other University officials.
• Leads message board discussion and engages students in relevant discussions and coursework.
• Partners with Academic Advisors to address student concerns. Refer students who self-identify with a potential need for an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to Student Accessibility Services (SAS), and comply with all student accommodations communicated by SAS in writing.
• Maintains and submits accurate and timely reports for student grades/progress.
• Delivers mid-term and final grades in accordance with the academic calendar.
• Enforces student conduct policies as outlined in the University Catalog.
• Attends University, departmental, and faculty meetings as requested.
• Remains current with trends, techniques, and advances in technology that are applicable to the program.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the School.

Experience:● Required: PhD or other terminal degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, Psychology, Counseling/Therapy, or closely related field.○ If doctoral degree is not in a related field, must have a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours of coursework in a related field/discipline plus related experience in the field.● 1-3 years' related practical/professional experience and/or training; online, higher education teaching experience is preferred.What we're looking for:

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite software, such as MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint, as well as Google applications such as Gmail, Chat and Meet.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment, across diverse teams, departments, and Schools.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, balance competing demands for time, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Effective analytical skills with the ability to assess situations, resolve issues or make recommendations as appropriate.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication style and method to suit different audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a professional demeanor with people at all levels within the organization and from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Information:

• This is a remote position; no relocation required. Candidates must be based in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check will be required for employment in this position.
• When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.
• Adjunct compensation varies per course based on student enrollment, program type and includes a contribution to a retirement account. A typical adjunct in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences can expect to receive $2800 per full 10-week course. Retirement account benefits include an automatic 403(b) company contribution of 3% and a company match up to an additional 4% with participation in an optional 457(b) plan.
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)

Purdue Global is proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We celebrate the diversity of thought, backgrounds, and skills necessary to support an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All individuals are encouraged to apply.#HEJPosting Start Date: 5/22/25Search Jobs
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Location: USA
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