Position Title:
Religious Studies Summer Session Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer
Position Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$8320 for a five week course.
Purpose:
PURPOSE: The Department of Religious Studies at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in Religious Studies during the 2023 summer session. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need.
Santa Clara University is on the quarter system. The summer quarter is split into two five week sessions. This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses. Most courses online.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Terminal degree (Ph.D./MFA) in Religious Studies or a closely-related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master's degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Religious Studies or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
(2) Demonstrated excellence in teaching Religious Studies at the college level.
(3) Excellent communication skills. You may add department-specific "required" qualifications:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
(1) Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that advance SCU goals of diversity and equity.
(2) Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.
RESPONSIBILITIES TEACHING (100%)
Teaching duties include but are not limited to:
1. Fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
a. Teaching a course load of no more than two courses per quarter, and no more than four per academic year;
b. Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;
c. Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students;
d. Holding regular weekly office hours on campus;
e. Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;
f. Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses;
g. Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.
SERVICE (0%) This position does not require any service duties.
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS:
The following documents should be included with the application for this position: CV, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations from previous courses, a short cover letter and contact information for at least three references.
Work Authorization:
Santa Clara University does not sponsor any visa applications for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.
EEO Statement
​ Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination
Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/
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Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender, and prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. The Title IX Coordinator and Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is Jenna Elliott, Interim Director of Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 408-551-3043, jrelliot@scu.edu , www.scu.edu/title-ix . Inquiries can also be made to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
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Americans with Disabilities Act
Santa Clara University affirms its' commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources , and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at iahluwalia@scu.edu .
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