Adjunct Faculty - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences - Online Campus

Job Description:

Founded in 1979, The Chicago School is an independent professional graduate school with a dynamic student body and a professionally accomplished faculty. Our curriculum and training opportunities prepare graduates to deliver outstanding professional services with an emphasis on cultural awareness, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Position Summary:

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program at The Chicago School is currently seeking qualified adjunct faculty to teach graduate-level online courses. Courses are offered in accelerated 8-week terms and delivered asynchronously through the Canvas Learning Management System.

Adjunct instructors may be selected to teach one or more of the following courses based on their expertise:

• Biomolecular Foundations I (Biochemical and Metabolic Processes)
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Biomolecular Foundations II (Cellular and Molecular Processes)
• Research Methods
• Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology
• Principles of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
• Biopsychosocial Aspects of Medical Disorders
• Humanities and Medical Ethics
• Pathophysiology
• Fundamentals of Immunology

Faculty with expertise in any combination of these topics are encouraged to apply.

Principal Duties:

Adjunct faculty in the MSBS program are expected to:

• Deliver engaging, graduate-level instruction that aligns with course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Be available online and responsive to students at least five out of seven days per week.
• Facilitate and moderate weekly discussion forums.
• Provide timely and substantive feedback on student work.
• Hold virtual office hours and support students as they progress through the course.
• Post weekly announcements and updates to maintain consistent student engagement.
• Create a welcome video and introductory message in Canvas at the start of the course.
• Conduct at least one optional synchronous meeting or Q&A session per term.
• Submit final grades on time and adhere to academic policies and deadlines.

Position Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in biomedical sciences field (e.g., biology, physiology, neuroscience, pharmacology, public health, or related disciplines)
• Demonstrated content expertise in one or more of the listed course areas
• Prior experience teaching at the graduate level (online teaching experience preferred)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to student-centered instruction and inclusive teaching practices
• Engagement in scholarship, clinical, or applied professional work (preferred)

Additional Requirements:

All online adjunct faculty are required to complete an online faculty training course on pedagogy and instructional technology prior to their first term of teaching.

The Chicago School seeks faculty who are committed to student success, community building, innovation, and collaborative learning environments. Candidates who contribute to equity, diversity, and inclusion through their teaching, mentorship, and service are strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

This job posting, and all others for adjunct faculty roles with The Chicago School, are posted as “evergreen” roles. This means that there is usually an ongoing need for departments to hire 1-2 adjuncts each semester (usually for teaching specialized topics), and they prefer to keep a running pool of applicants to select from when the need to hire arises. Given this information, please note that your application to our evergreen roles will be reviewed on an as needed basis and you may not hear back immediately. If you would like an update on your application status, you can email National-HR@thechicagoschool.edu. We sincerely appreciate your interest in working with us and hope this won’t deter you from continuing to submit your application for any current or future roles you may be interested in.

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $1,124-1,540 per credit and may vary per course with student enrollment. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.