Adjunct Professor Online – History PhD Dissertation Director, Reader

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Adjunct Professor for online PhD program in History at Liberty University. Directing and reading dissertations while assisting students in achieving academic outcomes online.

Responsibilities:

  • Primary function will be to direct and read dissertations in our PhD in History program and theses in our MA in History program
  • Teaching material from the approved curriculum in accordance with an assigned schedule to ensure student satisfaction
  • Assist students in achieving completion of objectives and learning outcomes
  • Provide regular and timely feedback to students
  • Participate in school retention initiatives by maintaining productive contact with students and by getting in touch with and offering assistance to absent students
  • Advise students in matters related to academics, attendance, and behaviors
  • Motivate students to participate in all aspects of the educational process actively
  • Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with university policies
  • Maintain university standards regarding course activity, emails, grading, and communication with Instructional Mentor and students
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Requires a PhD in History or related field with a record of scholarship
  • All degrees must be from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
  • Applicants must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to the university’s evangelical Christian purpose
  • Full adherence to the evangelical mission and doctrine of Liberty University
  • Familiarity with and use of collaborative learning techniques and student-centered methods of instruction
  • Proven organizational skills and ability to complete assignments timely and accurately with minimal supervision
  • Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills
  • Possess excellent interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff
  • Demonstrated strength or potential in teaching at the college level

Benefits:

  • Non-benefited, fully online position