Adjunct Faculty - Omni - Applied Science and Integrative Studies Courses

GVSU Omni provides students with the flexibility of virtual and hybrid learning with the structure, stability, and support of physical campuses conveniently located across the state. We are currently seeking adjunct instructors for programming in Battle Creek (Kellogg Community College, Jackson (Jackson College), and Dowagiac (Southwestern Michigan College) for our integrative studies courses for the 2024-25 academic year.

Please note that this position will start Winter 2025.
Primary Duties:

Omni is currently seeking adjunct instructors for integrative studies courses as a part of programming for the Bachelor’s of Applied Science degree, Business Fundamentals, and Leadership Undergraduate Certificate programs through Omni. Courses include Concepts in Learning Integration (BAS 301), Person and Profession in a Global Environment (INT 331), Collaborative Communication (INT 312), Design Thinking to Meet Real World Needs (INT 323), and Leadership for Social Change (INT 341). Instructors will provide course content in a hybrid format, with in-person sessions occurring at our regional site at Southwestern Michigan College.

We are seeking separate applicants for each regional site. Adjunct instructors for Omni will report to the Assistant Director of Faculty for the Southwest Michigan Region located in our Battle Creek office.

Additional training or certification is required to teach online or hybrid designated courses. Training or certification will need to be completed prior to the start of the semester.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Master’s degree in a relevant humanities or social science field, including, but not limited to Social Geography, Communications, English Literature, Anthropology, Women’s Studies, Ethnic Studies, or other related fields.
  
  
• 3+ years of related field/work experience.
  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy.
  
  
• Specifically for INT 323: Demonstrated project experience utilizing design thinking principles.
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated success in delivering instruction in an online/hybrid format.
  
  
• Specifically for INT 331: Degree or combined experience in organizational development, human resources, management, or social sciences strongly preferred.
  
  

How to Apply:

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Application Deadline:

Application review will begin immediately and this posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

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