Adjunct Instructor- Statistics Healthcare Managers

Overview

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applying for an adjunct appointment would add the applicant to a pool which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as needed basis.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned. Teaching modalities may be face-to-face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Hours vary, depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction. All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

The Online Adjunct Faculty for Statistics for Healthcare Managers will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality instruction to graduate or undergraduate students in an online learning environment. The course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with statistical tools and methodologies applicable to healthcare management, decision-making, and research. The faculty member will develop course content, assess student learning, and provide support and feedback to ensure student success.

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

• Deliver asynchronous and/or synchronous instruction on topics related to statistics, such as descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, data analysis, regression models, and their applications in healthcare management.
• Design and develop course materials, including lectures, readings, case studies, and assignments, relevant to healthcare settings.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student performance, including grading assignments, exams, and projects.
• Support students through regular communication, virtual office hours, and discussion forums, addressing any questions or concerns.
• Ensure the course content aligns with current trends in healthcare and statistical methods, integrating real-world healthcare management examples.
• Participate in faculty meetings and contribute to program development as needed.

Required Education
All faculty members must provide minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) credential standards which normally include an earned Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in the teaching discipline.
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Required Experience
- Demonstrated expertise in statistical methods and their application in healthcare settings.
- At least 2-3 years of teaching experience, preferably in an online environment.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard, Canvas, or Moodle.
- Proficiency in statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, R, or Excel for data analysis.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex statistical concepts to students from various backgrounds.

Preferred Education
Doctorate degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Healthcare Management, or a related field.

Preferred Experience
- Experience working in or consulting with healthcare organizations, applying statistical analysis to real-world management problems.
- Prior experience teaching statistics specifically to healthcare managers or healthcare professionals.
- Experience developing online course content, including…