Adjunct Faculty - History

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Adjunct Faculty - History

Salary

$500.00 - $735.71 Semi-Monthly

Location

On-site and/or Remote, NY

Job Type

Part Time Faculty

Job Number

00268

Division

School of Liberal Arts

Department

History

Opening Date

07/07/2022

Union Status

Union

• Description

• Benefits

Job Posting Summary

The History Program of the Humanities Department at Mercy University seeks part time, adjunct instructors to teach History to undergraduate students.

Successful candidates may be offered the opportunity to teach up to three section(s) of any given course, with an emphasis on American, European, Latin American, Caribbean, and African history, and a maximum of three course assignments per semester.

Commitment to teaching with inclusive excellence is required.

Candidates may also be asked to provide assistance with program assessment and development and to attend select programmatic or professional development meetings.

Schedule: Day and Evening teaching likely to be required.

Location: Courses may be offered at the Dobbs Ferry, Manhattan, or Bronx campuses, or online. Adjunct faculty are not eligible for relocation assistance.

Please attach CV and cover letter which outline your experience teaching college-level courses and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. Please upload all documents as one file. Please do not include any other documentation. Candidates should provide as well a statement of scholarly interests.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate from accredited institution in an appropriate academic discipline.

• Demonstrated experience successfully teaching history on the college-level.

• Bachelor's degree required

  Physical/Other Requirements:

• Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per university policies.

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, diverse New York City area university whose students are on a personal mission to get the most out of life by getting the most out of their education. Our institution is an independent, coeducational university that offers more than 90 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs within five schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy's efforts in these programs have been recognized over the last several years. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been honored by being ranked nationally among the top Colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).

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. Additionally, to support our diverse student body, Mercy University has pursued and been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver services to our students. Mercy University is proud to be recognized as an institution which helps under-served students to achieve their educational aspirations. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019 and 2020.The vibrancy of the College culture is sustained by a diverse student body from around the region. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates is approximately 10,557; The University offers campuses in Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Manhattan as well as online offerings.

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, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The University 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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