Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer in Department of Communication 2023-2024 (Pool)

Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer in Department of Communication 2023-2024 (Pool) page is loaded

Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer in Department of Communication 2023-2024 (Pool)

Apply

locations

Santa Clara, CA

time type

Part time

posted on

Posted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition id

R3622

Position Title:Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer in Department of Communication 2023-2024 (Pool)

Position Type:Temporary

Salary Range:$8502 per 4 or 5 unit coursePurpose:The Department of Communication at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in Journalism.

The position involves teaching one of a number of possible courses: Introduction to Journalism, or one of a number of advanced courses in journalism from Magazine Journalism, to Sports Journalism, to Online Journalism.

Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations.This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses in any quarter and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters. All classes will be presented in-person, however, if the county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:(1)

Terminal Degree (Ph.D./MFA) in Communication, Journalism or a closely-related field is preferred. Applications who are ABD or possess a Master’s Degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Communication, Journalism or closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.(2) Applications without an advanced degree but can demonstrate exceptional professional experience in journalism and successful teaching at the collegiate level will be considered.(3) Excellent communication skillsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:(1) Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that advance SCU goals of diversity and equity.(2) Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.SALARY : $8502 for each 4 or 5 unit course.RESPONSIBILITIES:TEACHING (100%).Teaching duties include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:a. Teaching a course load of no more than two courses per quarter and no more than four per academic year;b. Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;c. Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students;d. Holding regular weekly office hours on campus;e. Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;f. Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses;g. Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.Service (0%):This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited but not required to attend department meetings or activities.REQUESTED APPLICATION MATERIALS:Applications for fall quarter positions will be reviewed in June 2023; applications for winter quarter positions will be reviewed in October 2023; and applications for spring quarter positions will be reviewed in February 2024.CV

Sample syllabus or similar course material

Teaching Evaluations

Short letter of introduction explaining your qualifications of teaching the course(s)

Applicants will upload all of their information into Workday, with the exception of confidential letters of reference.

Letters of confidential references can be emailed directly to Helen Otero

(hotero@scu.edu).

The health and safety of the university community is a top priority. All Santa Clara University students, and employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or request a medical or

religious exemption.

Please visit our

COVID-19 webpage

for additional information.Work Authorization:Santa Clara University does not sponsor any visa applications for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

EEO StatementEqual Opportunity/Notice of NondiscriminationSanta Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see

https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender, and prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. The Title IX Coordinator and Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is Aaron Zisser, Director of Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 408-551-3043, azisser@scu.edu

, www.scu.edu/title-ix . Inquiries can also be made to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).Clery Notice of AvailabilitySanta Clara University annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Santa Clara University report, please go to the Campus Safety Services website . To request a paper copy please call Campus Safety at (408) 554-4441. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.Americans with Disabilities ActSanta Clara University affirms its' commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources , and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at iahluwalia@scu.edu.Similar Jobs (20)

Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer in Department of Communication (2023-2024 POOL)

locations

Santa Clara, CA

time type

Part time

posted on

Posted 30+ Days Ago

Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer-General Engineering (Pool)

locations

Santa Clara, CA

time type

Part time

posted on

Posted 30+ Days Ago

About Us

Santa Clara University is a comprehensive Jesuit, Catholic university located in California’s Silicon Valley, offering its 8,800 students rigorous undergraduate curricula in arts and sciences, business, and engineering, plus master’s, Ph.D., and law degrees.Santa Clara University requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.

This mandate allows for limited exemptions and a grace period for new hires to comply with the vaccination requirement.

Santa Clara University does not sponsor work visas for staff positions. If hired, individuals must independently provide proof of their eligibility to work in the United States.Santa Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for

benefit eligible employees

with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families. Visit our

benefits page

for more information.

#J-18808-Ljbffr