Adjunct Professor; Remote), Psychology, Public Policy and Law; CSFS Pool

About Alliant International University

Alliant International University is a professional practice university committed to excellence in four areas:
Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement. The university provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations. Through its mission, the university's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues.

Core competencies of the university's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students and faculty.

Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

CSFS is dedicated to graduating rigorously educated and trained professionals who impact society, public opinion, and policy by applying forensic behavioral science in the service of preventing, investigating, and mitigating conflict and violence.

The program is fully online. Occasional synchronous meetings are required of adjunct faculty.

Applicants to this position will be considered for a candidate pool encompassing one or more of the subject areas outlined in the job description. This pool will be used to identify qualified candidates for potential appointments during the  academic year.

$36 hourly (approximate).

• Facilitating Classroom and Distance/Distributed Learning. Course and syllabus preparation.
• Class curriculum coordination and planning.
• Assessment and evaluation of learners.
• Mentoring and advising of students.
• Holding office hours and meeting with students.
• Research/scholarship mentoring and supervision.
• Possible course development opportunities available.

• Proficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. The ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to problem solve. The ability to explain complex requirements in clear and concise terms.
• The ability to be flexible with workflow to meet the needs of the department and students and to manage multiple tasks per required deadlines. The drive to encourage, direct, hold accountable and guide students toward task completion.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with students and Alliant employees, as well as various academic departments.
• Culturally competent and ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse people. Highly motivated, focused and student-centered.
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal interactions, and to maintain confidentiality. Collaboration and partnering with other university stakeholders to support student success.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.

Education: A Doctorate or a terminal degree in a relevant field.

Experience: Appropriate experience in the areas(s) of specialization and expertise.

• Experience teaching at the doctoral level.
• Experience teaching statistics and/or research methods to doctoral students.
• Experience serving as a dissertation chair or committee member.
• Experience teaching criminal or civil law or legal research to graduate students.
• Education or research in media psychology or the effects of media consumption.
• Education and/or experience in Behavioral Threat Assessment & Management.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current university employees who apply for the position.

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