Adjunct Instructor of History

Job Summary:

The Department of History seeks an adjunct instructor to teach the world History course HIS262: History of Civilizations II since 1500. The course is delivered online.

Primary Responsibilities:

Teach HIS262: History of Civilizations II since 1500 which satisfies a General Education requirement. Instructors are responsible for designating their own textbooks, creating appropriate lesson plans and assignments, grading papers, holding regular office hours, and submitting both midterm and final grades.

Qualifications:

Candidates should 1) hold at least a master’s degree in History, 2) share a commitment to excellence in teaching within a Christ-centered academic community, 3) demonstrate a vital and growing Christian faith. Experience in teaching courses similar to HIS262 is preferred.

Salary/Benefits:

Adjunct faculty hold the rank of instructor and are hired on a per course basis.

Contact Information:

Applicants must provide a complete application packet including a letter of application, the faculty application form, curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate work (official transcripts will be required upon hiring). Please submit all application materials as pdfs or Word files to: Dr. Jim Halverson, Chair, Department of History, [email protected]. Include the words “History Adjunct” in the subject line of the e-mail.

Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status.

Timeline:

Applications are actively sought; positions will remain open until filled.

About Judson University:

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Judson is a comprehensive university of the liberal arts, sciences and professions that is committed to an evangelical expression of Christian faith and living. Judson offers four-year programs, degree-completion programs for non-traditional students, and Master’s and Doctoral degrees in select fields. Judson’s 90-acre campus is located 40 miles northwest of Chicago on the banks of the Fox River in the city of Elgin, which boasts a growing local art scene. In this setting the students, faculty and staff enjoy and support a rich sense of community based in shared values of community service, social justice, and design excellence.