Online Doctoral Dissertation Mentor (Bible Exposition) - School of Divinity

Adjuncts are essential to Liberty University’s mission of Training Champions for Christ. It is expected that ‎‎‎‎‎‎an adjunct member models a personal commitment to the goals and values of Liberty University, engage ‎‎‎‎‎‎in an active commitment to, and experience of, personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed ‎‎‎‎‎‎Christian worldview. Adjuncts should view their teaching, engagement with students, and scholarship as a ‎‎‎‎means to a significant educational ‎‎end. They should strive to employ a variety of techniques for the ‎‎‎‎development of good learning ‎‎conditions, view each student as a unique individual, and insofar as it is ‎‎‎‎possible, provide for individual ‎‎differences, abilities, and interests. ‎

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Liberty University’s School of Divinity's doctoral team is seeking multiple Remote Online Adjunct Mentor/Readers to guide doctoral candidates academically and spiritually. Primary responsibilities will include:

• Guidance of doctoral candidates conducting research to make sure that it is methodologically sound

• Provide detailed feedback specific to qualitative and/or quantitative research methods

• Maintain communication with candidates to ensure compliance with school doctoral program handbook(s) and university policies

Qualifications and Credentials

Preference will be given to candidates with an established record of research evidenced by intellectual and professional contributions to the field through peer-reviewed publication and conference presentations. Preference will be given to candidates with capstone, dissertation, or thesis mentorship experience and experience teaching research methods using online learning platforms (e.g., Canvas). Candidates must be able to work at a pace that will not delay the progress of a doctoral candidate toward timely completion of the doctoral degree.

Applicants MUST have a conferred degree in the following:

• PhD in Bible Exposition, Bible, or related field.

• Degree must be from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

• Full doctrinal compatibility with Liberty University

• Must demonstrate expertise in qualitative and quantitative research

Abilities and Competencies

• Exceptional interpersonal, customer service, presentation, and communication skills

• Creative, innovative, and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in MS Office and Canvas

• Proven organizational skills and ability to complete assignments timely and accurately with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated strengths in teaching & mentoring at the college level

Time Type

Part time

Location

Remote Location

Pay Rate

Courses are typically paid at $800 per load hour.

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Whatever capacity you work in at Liberty University, you’ll be playing a supportive role in our mission of Training Champions for Christ. Liberty has a wide variety of engaging and challenging positions available that are waiting for committed men and women of integrity just like you.

About Us

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971.

As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence. Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.