Adjunct Instructor - Anatomy & Physiology

## Description

*The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.*

The School of Applied Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate anatomy and physiology courses. Adjunct faculty members teach on a semester-by-semester basis. They are expected to perform all instruction-related duties and responsibilities promptly and in accordance with the mission, policies, and procedures of Goodwin University. Adjunct faculty members report to the Director/Coordinator, who serves under the direction of the Dean.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Abiding by and upholding Goodwin’s mission, policies, and core values
• Completing required professional development (e.g., FERPA training)
• Teaching students in assigned course(s)
• Implementing assigned courses as designed and specified in approved syllabi.
• Using Canvas effectively
• Assigning grades based on specified criteria as delineated in course syllabi and posting the grades to Canvas and the University’s data systems
• Being available to students for individual consultation
• Assisting students with how to be successful in a college class
• Communicating promptly with their director, students, and staff
• Meeting all course and semester timelines, including submitting attendance, mid-term grades, and final grades by the specified due dates
• Staying current within the field of study

**Other Functions**

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

**Knowledge, Ability and Skill:**

• Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and students.

## Qualifications
**Qualifications:**

• Master’s degree in anatomy and physiology or a related field. Expertise in teaching anatomy and physiology courses covering various topics
• A commitment to student-centered teaching while maintaining high academic and professional standards is required
• A successful track record of teaching at the collegiate level is preferred
• Availability for day and evening on-campus classes is required

*(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)*