Adjunct Faculty, Doctor of Chiropractic Program

Are you interested in building a career that makes a difference and creates a legacy? Parker University, the fourth-fastest growing college in Texas and the fastest-growing college in Dallas, is currently searching for Adjunct Faculty, Doctor of Chiropractic Program to join our rapidly expanding team! We are seeking individuals who desire to use their unique skills to innovate and make an impact.

The Adjunct Faculty member will primarily assist in active care–focused labs as well as technique labs. They will help educate individuals as patient-centered chiropractic physicians and members of a collaborative interdisciplinary healthcare team while embracing education, research, and service.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Course Management:  Faculty members are responsible to design, deliver and manage their course in accordance with the guidance provided to them by their direct supervisor.  This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Prepare and adhere to a syllabus in Parker’s required format.

• Clearly communicate course requirements, means of evaluation, deadlines, and policies to students.

• Hold classes and laboratories as scheduled; take attendance and submit it timely.

• Develop high-quality means of evaluating student learning outcomes and apply them fairly and consistently in accordance with Parker policies, as well as methods and timelines set forth in the syllabus.

• Submit final grades and required course documentation timely.

• Follow Parker policies and procedures in all elements of course management.

• Address student concerns identified in course evaluations.

Student Interaction:  Faculty members generally have more direct contact with students than any other institutional employee and are responsible to manage that contact consistent with the highest ethical and professional standards. 

• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students.

• Respond timely to student e-mails and voicemails.

• Provide advising and additional academic support including maintaining required office hours to review examinations and other graded work and directing student towards appropriate resources.

• Monitor student performance and attendance, contact students at risk, submit early alerts when appropriate.

• Fairly and consistently apply Parker academic and student conduct policies.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED: 

EDUCATION/EXPERTISE:

• A relevant qualification, which may include a certificate, license, and/or advanced degree that demonstrates mastery in a relevant subject.

• A minimum of three years of teaching or professional experience

• Participation in professional development and service to an institution

• All other requirements per Rank Advancement as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.

• Minimum professional experience, as appropriate for any applicable programmatic accreditation.

• A current certificate or license as applicable to the program of instruction, additional postgraduate certifications are preferred.

• Participation in course evaluation and improvement strategies

• Experience with online teaching and the Blackboard learning management system is preferred but not required

Chiropractic and Clinical Sciences Departments: 

• Doctor of Chiropractic degree or other appropriate professional degree (DO, DPT, MD) and TX license required (applicant must either be licensed in TX or eligible to obtain a TX license within the first teaching term, which is a condition of hiring).

• A minimum of three-year practice experience is required. 

• If teaching Radiology, a Diplomate status in good standing with the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (DACBR) required.

Basic Sciences Department:

• PhD preferred, D.C., D.O., M.D., or other earned doctorate degree

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS/ETC.:

• Competence in their respective field of study.

• Must show promise as an effective teacher.

• Effective communication in the English language, both verbal and written. Ability to adapt course materials to the chiropractic paradigm.

• Proficiency with appropriate lab equipment.

• Proficiency in software applications common in higher education environments, such as the Microsoft Suite student information systems, and Learning Management Systems

• Organizational skills

• Compliance with the applicable state and federal laws and regulations and accepted industry standards as associated with courses taught in their respective discipline.

• Professional dress and demeanor; positive attitude and willingness to work with other faculty as part of a team and be supportive of the University.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to conduct classroom, laboratory and or online courses.

• Visual acuity to use a keyboard and view a computer terminal.  Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp.

• May require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand and walk.

• Ability to occasionally lift, carry and/or move light to medium weight up to twelve (12) pounds and/or exert up to twelve (12) pounds of force.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.   

WHY PARKER?

Founded in 1982 by Dr. James William Parker, Parker University has more than 1,800 students and 34 academic programs. Parker University proudly offers its famed Doctor of Chiropractic degree and Business and Technology and Health Sciences programs.

Parker University has been recognized as a Great College to Work For and one of the 25 Fastest-Growing Colleges in the U.S.

Parker University offers competitive salaries, generous benefits, and the opportunity to engage with our unique campus community.