Adjunct Faculty - Health Science

Job Summary

The School of Health and Natural Sciences at Mercy University invites qualified candidates to be considered for the position of Adjunct Faculty of Health Science. Adjunct faculty for Health Science are needed at the Dobbs Ferry and Bronx campuses. This is an opportunity to join the School of Health and Natural Sciences with undergraduate programs in biology, clinical laboratory science, communication disorders, exercise science, nursing, occupational therapy assistant (AAS degree), and veterinary technology as well as five accredited graduate health professional programs (communication disorders, occupational therapy, nursing, physical therapy, and physician assistant studies).

Salary and rank are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

This position will be responsible for teaching in the undergraduate health promotion concentration in health science; courses for which adjunct instructors are needed include global health, introduction to health promotion, health communication, epidemiology, etc. There may be additional opportunities for online health science courses. Candidates with strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment are encouraged to apply.

• Candidates with a record of excellent teaching experience at the undergraduate level are strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching undergraduate students within areas of expertise strongly preferred.
• Commitment to working with a diverse population of undergraduate students.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required.
• Strong computer skills required. Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly with Black Board, as well as teleconferencing software, particularly Zoom and Black Board Collaborate, strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching online preferred.

• MPH or MS in public health, health promotion, or related discipline, required.
• Doctoral degree in public health, health promotion, or related discipline preferred, CHES or MCHES certification preferred.

• Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per university policies.

Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states:
New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves.

Mercy University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending accounts, and more.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The University is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.