Adjunct Instructor —Global Studies at St. Ambrose… · Davenport

Adjunct Instructor: Core Curriculum -Global Studies

The Core Curriculum and Global Studies programs at St. Ambrose University (Davenport, Iowa), along with its affiliate, Mount Mercy University (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) seek qualified applicants to serve as adjunct instructors for Global Studies courses in the Core Curriculum.

By applying, candidates will be considered for inclusion in an adjunct faculty pool. Positions are filled on a semester-by-semester basis, depending on programmatic needs.

Course Details and Format

Specific course assignments and formats, including online and face-to-face instruction, vary by semester based on teaching needs. Openings develop on a periodic basis.

We are seeking candidates with expertise and interest in teaching the following course:

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  GST 246. Global Impacts of Immigration fulfills the Global Difference Core requirement. Guided by the question, "How does the global impact of immigration expand and transform our understanding of the value of difference, diversity, and socio-cultural identity?", this course examines immigration in global contexts and explores how historical and contemporary forces shape personal, collective, and institutional identities. The course examines narratives of immigration across literature, media, case studies, and personal testimonies, fostering intercultural competency and critical reflection on socio-cultural diversity.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must hold a master's degree or have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in the specific subject area or a closely related field. Preference may be given to applicants with prior teaching experience.

Due to state employment regulations, candidates must reside in one of the following authorized states to be considered for online adjunct teaching assignments: AK, AZ, AR, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, LA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, ND, SD, TX, VA, WV, or WI. Candidates who reside outside of these states may not be eligible for appointment.

Our Mission

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses, including Mount Mercy University, are an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners. Together, we empower all members of our community to act courageously, seek wisdom through faith and reason, work for justice and mercy, and lead lives of service.

The Core Curriculum seeks to advance this mission by preparing students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding to work courageously to create a just future.

St. Ambrose University and its affiliated institutions are equal opportunity employers.

How to Apply

Interested individuals should apply online at: https://stambroseuniv.applicantlist.com

Please submit the following materials:

• A cover letter describing your areas of expertise and teaching experience and indicating your willingness and/or preference to teach in face-to-face (in Davenport or Cedar Rapids) or online modalities.
• A curriculum vitae or professional rsum.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. #HEJ