On-Line Adjunct Faculty - Research Methods

Why Work For Nebraska Methodist College

Nebraska Methodist College, located in Omaha, Nebraska, is an accredited, private, not-for-profit nursing and healthcare college. It is where students live with meaning and discover what they want to give back to the world while thriving in a close‑knit, caring community established in 1891. With an enrollment of over 1,100 students, NMC is small enough to truly care about each student and large enough to provide outstanding undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs in nursing and allied health.

NMC students experience a holistic culture of caring while mastering the art and science of healthcare. They gain the skills and experience needed to become outstanding contributors to society through service‑learning experiences, community‑based education, and leadership development integrated throughout the curriculum.

As a health professions institution, we provide educational experiences for the development of individuals in order that they may positively influence the health and well‑being of the community.

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RESEARCH METHODS ONLINE INSTRUCTOR – SUMMER 2026

Experienced instructor teaching college‑level research methods course in health science context for online, asynchronous, 10‑week accelerated, 3‑credit course from May 26–July 31, 2026. Resources are provided. Experience teaching in an online environment is required and experience with Brightspace LMS is a plus! Minimally, a master’s degree in social science research related field required. Please submit resume, two references, and a philosophy of teaching statement for teaching online research methods.

• Command of the subject and use of effective teaching/learning methods.
• In conjunction with Program Director and/or Course Coordinator, facilitate clear formulation of learning objectives/outcomes demonstrated by thorough course planning, and thorough preparation for individual classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical sessions.
• Skill in communicating with students and challenging them to go beyond what is required.
• Effective course implementation through the use of a variety of instructional methods, as appropriate, to foster an environment to stimulate student interest and pursuit of learning.
• Integrity, open‑mindedness and objectivity in presenting material.
• Ability to relate the subject to other areas of knowledge.
• Collaboration with other faculty in the development of curriculum.
• Systematic assessment of student learning.
• Provision of constructive feedback in a timely manner to students to foster professional development.
• Punctuality and reliability in conduct of classes.
• Course revision as needed to increase effectiveness.
• Summarize (list in comments) any additional instructional responsibilities, activities, or accomplishment(s) for the review period.

Demonstrate interpersonal and team skills

• Supports collegiality by behaving in a professional manner with faculty, staff and administration.
• Responds to communications and requests in a timely fashion.
• Treats staff and faculty in a professional manner.
• Supports College strategic initiatives.
• Responds appropriately to guidance and constructive criticism.
• Maintains a professional appearance appropriate for the position.
• Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values and Standards of Behavior.
• Participates in required meetings and events as appropriate.
• Fulfills mandatory job requirements (e.g., timely submission of syllabi and grades, AOR, maintenance of certification/licensure, related employee health requirements as applicable).
• Summarize (list in comments) any effective instructional methodology as applicable for the review period.

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• Completion of terminal degree deemed appropriate per programmatic needs in the assigned discipline from a regionally accredited institution required, with a minimum…