Location : Chicago, IL
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 00965
Department: Social Sciences Division
Opening Date: 05/08/2024
Summary

Saint Xavier University's History Department seeks one adjunct faculty member to teach two sections of United States History to 1877 (HIST 103). Please see below for the days and times of our 2024 fall course needs.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• United States History to 1877 is traditional lecture format, teaching in this context is required (i.e. it is not a hybrid or online course). The presentation of lecture materials and the assignment of relevant homework, in-class work, quizzes, exams, writing assignments, etc. are expected in some combination of the above. Instructors grade their own assignments and exams. To help structure the course, the use of Canvas is expected. Adjunct instructors must hold weekly office hours. All course instructors report to the Chair of the History Department.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have a MA/MS or equivalent degree in History from an accredited university. An earned PhD is preferred, ABD acceptable. Highly sought-after candidates will have evidence of experience teaching at the collegiate level. Experience at teaching introductory and developmental history courses is preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately.
The days and times below are already scheduled and non-negotiable: United States History to 1877 (HIST 103), 2 Sections Tuesday/Thursday - 8:00AM to 9:20AM Tuesday/Thursday - 9:30AM to 10:50AM
Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.
Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.