Adjunct Faculty - Public Health

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• Using the course outline as a guide, develop relevant syllabi in order to deploy course content, objectives, and methods of student assessment for up to six (6) credits per semester in an undergraduate course (see course listing above)
• Contribute to student success by providing consistent and effective support and guidance through role modeling and mentoring

Required Qualifications:

• Earned Master’s or PhD in Public Health or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years teaching in higher education

Personal Attributes and Traits:

• Thrives in a collegial, cooperative environment
• Dedicated to excellence and achieving positive outcomes
• Ability to interact with others in a positive manner
• Capacity to fulfill professional responsibilities with a strong sense of moral duty and obligation to the work at hand

ADJUNCTS PER CREDIT RATE: New employees - $2100/CREDIT Employees who have worked for 13+ semesters at WP - $2175/CREDIT This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans. To learn more, please visit: https://www.wpunj.edu/human-resources/total-rewards/ Invitation to apply Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a cover letter and resume/cv. Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration and should be uploaded when prompted to upload your resume. General questions related to this application process, please contact [email protected] . Please include with your inquiry the Job Requisition number beginning with R as well as the job title and department. Salary Range: Total Rewards and Benefits: Click here to view the total rewards of working at WP William Paterson University is committed to protecting your privacy and will not sell your personal information. EEO Statement William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit University Facts Apply tot his job Apply To this Job