Job Description

Visiting Professor for Life Sciences Naperville, IL, USA ● Virtual Req #1013 Thursday, December 14, 2023

DeVry University strives to close our society’s opportunity gap by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Through innovative programs, relevant partnerships, and exceptional care, we empower students to meaningfully improve their lives, communities, and workplaces.

When you apply for a DeVry University career, you become part of an institution that dates back to 1931. Our colleagues are passionate about higher education and shaping the future of today’s learners.

Opportunity:
DeVry University focuses on developing long-term relationships with superior instructors who have high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, and a commitment to providing the finest practitioner-focused education. Our faculty also are role models for our University TEACH values and foster a culture of CARE consistent with our University mission, vision, and purpose. Specific to the College of Health Sciences, we are seeking Visiting Professors to share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate students in a variety of life science fields. Commitment is on a course by course basis.

Responsibilities:

• Excellent delivery of courses across an online modality.
• Sets clear expectations for the course through the posting of regular course announcements.
• Regularly provides application-based real-life examples.
• Engages with students using a variety of platforms, including web-based video, discussion threads, learning management tools, and regular communications.
• Identifies students who may need additional support, and initiates contact to provide them with appropriate resources.
• Provides weekly synchronous opportunities to deliver course content and support student needs.
• Demonstrates consistency and fairness in grading and provides timely feedback to students.
• Models effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarify, and improve student learning.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A master’s degree is required for all faculty positions (with 18 graduate hours in the field being taught).
• All Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent.
• Faculty must have subject matter expertise in one of the following areas:
• Medical terminology.
• Anatomy and physiology.
• Pathology and/or pharmacology.
• This role requires the ability to work flexible hours including evenings.
• Faculty must also have excellent motivational, communication, and instructional skills in a diverse and non-traditional environment.
• Must be able to work in a collegial manner and facilitate the efforts of diverse groups.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry experience.
• Preferred industry-related certifications (RN, MD, or other associated medical practice certifications).
• Previous teaching experience.

Pay: Visiting Professor pay is based on degree, credit hours taught per 8-week session, and location.

• Pay may vary in most states from $1500-$2600 per 8-week session
• Pay in the states of AZ, CA, IN and PA is paid at an hourly rate of either $20.00/hour or $21.50/hour

DeVry University offers competitive wages and benefit options, including: • 401(k) and Roth IRA Plan w/match • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage • Health Advocacy Service • Family and Domestic Partner Coverage • Tax Savings Account (FSA and HSA) • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Coverage • Life, Accident, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance • Fertility Coverage • Wellness Programs • Volunteer Time Off • Remote and Flex Work Options • Technology Stipend • Paid Tuition Program • Auto/Homeowners, Pet and Legal Insurance • Exclusive Discount Programs • Adoption Assistance • Career Development Programs
• Mental Health Care Programs • Paid Parental Leave • Family Care Services We believe diversity is essential to our educational mission and to the success of our community. We are committed to fostering a working environment where differences are respected, valued and embraced. Other details

• Job Family Academics - Faculty: Visiting Professor
• Job Function Academics - Faculty
• Pay Type Hourly
• Required Education Master’s Degree

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