Adjunct- College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Alabama State University, Academic Affairs, College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics is accepting applications for Adjunct Instructors. Adjunct Instructors will provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The instructor will adhere to the general and adjunct faculty guidelines specified by the Alabama State University Faculty Handbook, Provost & the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Commission on Higher Education.

The programs within the College of Health Sciences are as follows:

• Biological Sciences

• Computer Sciences

• Engineering

• Forensic Sciences

• Mathematics

• Physical Sciences

• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.

• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in order to engage students.

• Teach at the specified time and place, and in the specified format.

• Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.

• Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.

• Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.

• Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.

• Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices by the specified deadlines.

• Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi.

• Participate in school activities when possible.

• Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.

• Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work.

• Inform the responsible Department Chair or Dean of any problems or concerns with classroom equipment or facilities.

• Actively participate in tool retention and preservation of department assets where appropriate.

• Perform all duties with professionalism.

• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For academic undergraduate courses: A minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 gradate semester hours in the discipline from an accredited institution.

For graduate courses at the M.S. level: A minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 gradate semester hours in the discipline from an accredited institution along with substantial work experience in the field or a PhD in the designated field of study or closely related field.

For academic doctoral courses: A minimum of a PhD in the designated field of study or closely related field from an accredited institution.

For technical courses: A minimum of an Associate degree from an accredited institution and three years of relevant technical work experience and relevant industry certifications.

• Documented evidence in the proficiency of use of current educational technologies in the classroom including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation software.

• Ability to conduct individual, small group, and classroom instruction.

• Previous experience using WebCT, CANVAS, or other course management software, from an instructor standpoint.

• Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required.

• An understanding of and commitment to the…