Purdue Global Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Nursing: AGACNP

Our Opportunity:

The School of Nursing has an opening for Adjunct Faculty in the MSN program. Building on

Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education,

Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online.

Job Summary:

Purdue University Global offers term by term, non-tenured teaching appointments to qualified

individuals who are dedicated to providing quality educational experiences to students in

Associates, Bachelors and Masters degree programs. This position offers an excellent

opportunity for individuals to work in a professional learning community wherein faculty

contribute to and engage in instructional best practice for adult learners in an innovative,

nontraditional university setting.

Adjunct faculty have part-time teaching roles. Adjunct faculty can teach up to 2 courses per

term, not to exceed 10 courses per year. This role participates in continuing professional

development and may also engage in faculty governance and curriculum work as needed.

Additional service activities may be assigned to Adjunct faculty. Scholarship is not required.

Teaching assignments for Adjunct faculty may fluctuate and are contingent upon the schedule

of courses. Adjunct faculty deliver high-quality instruction and foster an inclusive and supportive

learning environment conducive to student success.

What to expect in this role:

● Provides a student-centered learning environment which enables students to attain

success (classroom facilitation). Maintains program and course outcomes at a level to

ensure appropriate workplace skill levels for graduates. Provides meaningful and

substantive instruction throughout the course.

● Reports concerns regarding student academic progress to Success Coaches or

Academic Advisors, as appropriate. Refers students with questions regarding financial

aid, academics, attendance, and personal issues or concerns to the appropriate

departments.

● Actively assists the University in retention and/or outreach efforts, which may include

directly contacting students who are not engaged in the course or absent per department

or campus guidelines.

● Maintains open and timely communication with students and the university via Purdue

Global e-mail. Reports student behavioral and Code of Student Conduct issues.

● Participates in institutional assessment and assists Chairs and Deans to develop and

implement new programs as assigned.

● Regularly attends and participates in faculty meetings and continuous improvement

sessions. Serves on university committees as assigned.

● Remains current with trends, techniques, and advances in technology that are applicable

to the program. Incorporates creative instructional strategies and/or learning activities.

● Maintains and submits accurate and timely reports for student grades.

● Follows university style and branding guidelines for materials that are created for

students. Providing students with materials that always meet accessibility standards.

Experience:

Doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, EdD) preferred and MSN required, from regionally accredited institutions.

Active unencumbered RN license and APRN certification as an ACUTE CARE NURSE Practitioner.

Two to four years related experience and/or training (online teaching experience is a plus).

What we’re looking for:

● Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and virtual

meeting platforms. Experience with Brightspace software is preferred.

● Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.

● Ability to work effectively and independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision.

● Experience developing online courses and an understanding of online andragogy is a plus.

● Ability to work effectively in a remote environment with minimal supervision.

● Ability to work in a multicultural environment, across diverse teams, departments, and Schools.

Additional Information:

This is a remote position. Candidates must be based in and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit the following documents when you are ready to apply: CV/Resume & Unofficial Transcripts. When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.

Adjunct compensation varies per course based on student enrollment, program type and also includes a contribution to a retirement account. A typical adjunct in the School of Nursing can expect to receive $3300 per full 10-week course. Retirement account benefits include an automatic 403(b) company contribution of 3% and a company match up to an additional 4% with participation in an optional 457(b) plan.

Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)

Purdue Global is proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We celebrate the diversity of thought, backgrounds, and skills necessary to support an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All individuals are encouraged to apply.

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