Purdue Global Adjunct Faculty, Nutrition (REMOTE)

Our Opportunity:

Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online. Purdue Global delivers personalized online education tailored to the unique needs of adults who have work or life experience beyond the classroom, enabling them to develop essential academic and professional skills with the support and flexibility they need to achieve their career goals.

Purdue Global’s School of Health Sciences has an opening for Adjunct Faculty in the Nutrition program.

Job Summary:

Purdue University Global offers term by term, non-tenured teaching appointments to qualified individuals who are dedicated to providing quality educational experiences to students in Associates, Bachelors and Masters degree programs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to work in a professional learning community wherein faculty contribute to and engage in instructional best practice for adult learners in an innovative, nontraditional university setting.

Adjunct faculty have part-time teaching roles. Adjunct faculty can teach up to 3 courses per term, not to exceed 10 courses per year. This role participates in continuing professional development and may also engage in faculty governance and curriculum work as needed. Additional service activities may be assigned to Adjunct faculty. Scholarship is not required. Teaching assignments for Adjunct faculty may fluctuate and are contingent upon the schedule of courses. Adjunct faculty deliver high-quality instruction and foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment conducive to student success.

What To Expect In This Role:

• Provides a student-centered learning environment which enables students to attain success.

• Teaches synchronous or asynchronous seminars (10 week units) as assigned by the School or program.

• Maintains school-determined virtual office hours per week for each class.

• Ensures timely management and response to electronic correspondence from students, administrators, and other University officials.

• Leads message board discussion and engages students in relevant discussions and coursework.

• Partners with Academic Advisors to address student concerns. Refer students who self-identify with a potential need for an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to Student Accessibility Services (SAS), and comply with all student accommodations communicated by SAS in writing.

• Maintains and submits accurate and timely reports for student grades/progress.

• Delivers mid-term and final grades in accordance with the academic calendar.

• Enforces student conduct policies as outlined in the University Catalog.

• Attends University, departmental, and faculty meetings as requested.

• Remains current with trends, techniques, and advances in technology that are applicable to the program.

• Additional duties as may be assigned by the School.

Experience:

• Relevant Master's Degree or Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant tested experience/applicable professional credential (Certified Nutrition Specialist®, Registered Dietitian, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition®, Certified Dietary Manager®/Certified Food Protection Professional® credentials, and/or ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification).

• 3 years of professional experience; 1-3 years of online teaching experience

  • Higher education online teaching experience preferred.

What We're Looking For:

• Exceptional computer skills.

• Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication style and method to suit different audiences.

• Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications and Zoom meeting technology. Experience with Brightspace education software is preferred.

• A dedication to student success and the ability to engage and inspire students in the classroom.

• A willingness to work as part of a team and collaborate with other faculty members to enhance student learning experiences.

• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment with minimal supervision.

Additional Information:

• Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

• This is a U.S.-based position. This position is open to candidates who reside and are authorized to work in the United States.

• A background check will be required for employment in this position.

• We ask that our remote employees have access to a reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. You may wish to review the Purdue Virtual Meeting Professional Standards.

• 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.

• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime) This position is generally classified as exempt unless a non-exempt classification is required by applicable state law.

• Purdue Global is an EO/EA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply.

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