School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Part-Time Adjunct (Foundational Sciences)

Part-Time/Adjunct Faculty Stipend and Benefits

The Loyola University Chicago School of Continuing and Professional Studies ( SCPS) invites applications for adjunct faculty positions focused on teaching and curricular development of online, foundational science courses, including laboratory experiences, which serve as pre-requisites to Loyola's accelerated nursing program. The courses include:

* GNUR 155 and 155L Human Anatomy: Lecture and Lab (4 credits)

* GNUR 156 and 156L Human Physiology: Lecture and Lab (4 credits)

* GNUR 160 and 160L Chemistry for Health Professionals: Lecture and Lab (4 credits)

* GNUR 203 Microbiology for Health Professions (3 credits)

Courses will be offered Fall, Spring and Summer, starting in Fall 2025.

Within the context of the Loyola University Chicago and SCPS missions, visions, values, and strategic initiatives, the faculty members will:

* Teach up to 18 credits of undergraduate foundational science courses each year

* Employ teaching/learning strategies for online courses and virtual laboratories

* Collaborate with faculty and staff on curriculum and course planning, improvement, and evaluation

Academic and Professional Qualifications include a minimum of an earned master's degree in a field related to the primary teaching responsibilities. Graduate professional degrees will also be considered. Prior teaching experience is preferred, as is experience with online learning, virtual laboratories, and adult education. We are also seeking candidates with an interest in educational innovation and supporting our population of diverse and non- traditional students within science and nursing fields.

Academic and Professional Qualifications include a minimum of an earned master's degree in a field related to the primary teaching responsibilities. Graduate professional degrees will also be considered. Prior teaching experience is preferred, as is experience with online learning, virtual laboratories, and adult education. We are also seeking candidates with an interest in educational innovation and supporting our population of diverse and non- traditional students within science and nursing fields.

Part-Time/Adjunct Faculty Stipend and Benefits

Applicants are asked to include a cover letter with a statement summarizing background qualifications, a curriculum vitae or resume, and a 1-page teaching statement in which they briefly reflect on their teaching and/or mentoring style and philosophy. Applicants should also provide the names, phone numbers and email addresses of three individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications. References may be contacted later in the review process.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please submit electronic application at https:// www.careers.luc.edu.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: The School of Continuing and Professional Studies serves adult learners with a variety of educational programs, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our online programs are highly ranked by US News & World Report. We provide a supportive and flexible environment for our students, staff, and faculty. The school is located near Chicago's historic Water Tower, and within steps of Chicago's business and governmental communities. It is part of a Jesuit network of schools for working adults in the U.S. and abroad. More information may be found at http://www.luc.edu/adult-education. LUC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. We are inclusive of all individuals supportive of the Jesuit mission regardless of one's faith background. In order to gain a clearer understanding of LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at http://www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, consult our website at http://www.luc.edu/transformativeed/. Applications from candidates from historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

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