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Mercy University Adjunct Faculty Humanities in Dobbs Ferry, New York
Adjunct Faculty Humanities
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Adjunct Faculty Humanities
Salary
$500.00 - $735.71 Semi-Monthly
Location
Dobbs Ferry, NY
Job Type
Part Time Faculty
Job Number
00510
Division
School of Liberal Arts
Department
Department of Humanities
Opening Date
05/25/2023
Union Status
Union
Description
Benefits
Job Posting Summary
Mercy University (NY) invites applications for adjunct teaching positions in the Critical Inquiry program to begin Fall 2023. The first-year Critical Inquiry course incorporates general education skills in reading fluency, critical thinking, and information literacy.
Applicants may also be considered to instruct the Junior Seminar capstone course, which assesses additional competencies in writing and oral communication. Ideal candidates demonstrate experience in teaching first-generation college students of diverse backgrounds and have interest in promoting the values of General Education in an undergraduate curriculum. Candidates experienced with Blackboard, ePortfolio, assessment of learning outcomes, multi-disciplinary and high-impact teaching practices are strongly preferred. The Critical Inquiry program is part of the Department of Humanities in the School of Liberal Arts, committed to fostering a culturally diverse and inclusive intellectual community. Staffing needs are primarily at the Dobbs Ferry campus; slight chance of needs at the Bronx and Manhattan campuses. Adjunct faculty are not eligible for relocation assistance. An M.A., MFA, PhD, or relevant terminal degree in a Liberal Arts discipline is expected by appointment date.
A complete application will include a letter expressing interest, curriculum vitae, and names of three references (including contact information).
Qualifications
Experience teaching first-generation college students of diverse backgrounds
Experienced with Blackboard, ePortfolio, assessment of learning outcomes, multi-disciplinary and high-impact teaching practices are strongly preferred
M.A., MFA, PhD, or relevant terminal degree in a Liberal Arts discipline is expected by appointment date
Compensation is based on a semester and calculated on a semi-monthly pay cycle.
Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves.
About Mercy
Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.
Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.
Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.
Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online.
At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.
Our Mission:
Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.
EEO Statement
Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu.
The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.
Campus Safety
Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023)
This position is ineligible for Medical benefits and the College's contribution. However, part-time employees are invited to participate in our various voluntary benefits.
Agency
Mercy University
Address
555 Broadway
Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522
Phone
914-674-7839
Website
http://www.mercy.edu
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