Internal ONLY (Exempt Staff or Faculty)- Instructor UNIV 190
About the role
The Department of Arts, Culture & Technology at Clarkson University seeks adjunct instructors for the Clarkson Seminar, a 3 credit critical thinking and writing course for first year students. This is an interdisciplinary course focused on exploring big themes from multiple perspectives. Each instructor develops their own themes and chooses their own readings.
Responsibilities
- Teach a 3 credit critical thinking and writing course for first year students
- Develop themes and choose readings for the course
- Collaborate with other faculty members within the Arts, Culture, and Technology department
Requirements
- Master’s degree
- Experience teaching in higher education preferred
Qualifications
- Ability to teach in an interdisciplinary setting
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to develop and deliver engaging lectures and assignments
- Experience working with diverse student populations
Benefits
Starting from USD $5,500.00/Yr.
Pay
Starting from USD $5,500.00/Yr.
Schedule
Variates based on course needs and instructor availability.
Benefits
N/A
Contact Information
Please submit a cover letter, CV or resume, and names and contact information for 3 professional references.
About Clarkson
Clarkson University is a research-intensive institution with a pre-professional teaching mission in engineering, business and the sciences. Located in the Saint Lawrence River Valley, between the Adirondack high peaks and Ottawa and Montreal, Clarkson University provides easy access to both outdoor recreation and international social and cultural opportunities.
About the ACT Department
The Department of Arts, Culture, and Technology (ACT) is an interdisciplinary department that cuts across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. The department offers minors and courses in fields including history, political science, literature, sociology, anthropology, philosophy, communications, digital arts, and more. Nearly every Clarkson undergraduate takes Common Experience and elective courses with the ACT Department.
Health & Safety
All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.
Disclaimer
The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Special Instructions to Applicants An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).