Req Id: 32219 Job Title: Purdue Global Adjunct Faculty, Undergraduate Information Technology or Cybersecurity (IR) City: Remote/Virtual Job Description:
Our Opportunity:Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-qualityeducation, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-classeducation online. Purdue Global's School of Business and Information Technology has anopening for Adjunct Faculty.
Job Summary:Purdue University Global offers term by term, non-tenured teaching appointments to qualifiedindividuals who are dedicated to providing quality educational experiences to students inAssociates, Bachelors and Masters degree programs. This position offers an excellentopportunity for individuals to work in a professional learning community wherein facultycontribute to and engage in instructional best practice for adult learners in an innovative,nontraditional university setting.
What to expect in this role:Providing a learning environment that supports student success.Teaching synchronous or asynchronous seminars (10 or 6 week units) as assigned by school or program.Maintaining school-determined virtual office hours per week for each class.Ensuring timely management and response to electronic correspondence from students, administrators, and other school officials.Leading message board discussions and engaging students in relevant discussion and coursework.Partnering with Academic Advisors to address student concerns.Maintaining and submitting accurate and timely reports for student grades/progress.Delivering mid-term and final grades in accordance with the academic calendar.Enforcing student conduct policies as outlined in the University Catalog.Attending university, departmental, and faculty meetings as requested.Remain current with trends, techniques, and advances in distance learning.Additional duties as assigned by the School.
Experience:Masters or Doctoral Degree in Information Technology (IT) or Cybersecurity.Minimum two years-related IT or Cybersecurity experience and/or training.EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA PenTest+, or equivalent certification (Required)
What we're looking for:Experience with Brightspace learning management system (LMS) is preferred.Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.Ability to effectively carry out duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision.Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications and Adobe Connect meeting technology.Ability to work in a multicultural environment, across diverse teams, departments, and Schools.
Additional Information: - Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
- A background check will be required for employment in this position.
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Adjunct compensation varies per course based on student enrollment, program type and also includes a contribution to a retirement account. A typical adjunct in the School of IT can expect to receive $2600 per full 10-week course. Industry recognized (IR) status will receive additional compensation for full or high-enrollment courses. Retirement account benefits include an automatic 403(b) company contribution of 3% and a company match up to an additional 4% with participation in an optional 457(b) plan.
- When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.
- Purdue Global is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a diverse pool of applicants and celebrate a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, striving to ensure a fair and equitable process. All are encouraged to apply.
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