Adjunct Faculty - Department of Transformative Social Change
Saybrook University · United States
- Hybrid
- Part-time
- $3,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Serve on dissertation committees.
- Provide expert feedback on student research.
- Requires doctoral degree and mentorship experience.
- Familiarity with Canvas and APA 7th.
- Part-time adjunct faculty role.
About the role
Adjunct Faculty - Department of Transformative Social Change
Saybrook University seeks part-time adjunct faculty members to serve on doctoral candidacy and dissertation research committees in the Department of Transformative Social Change (TSC). The university is committed to academic excellence within its faculty, staff, and student body and is recruiting passionate educators to support its mission.
Adjunct faculty in the TSC program report to the TSC Department Chair.
Position Responsibilities
- Complete requisite dissertation training.
- Serve as dissertation reader/subject matter expert on dissertation committees as determined by the student’s Department Chair and dissertation policies.
- Collaborate with committee members to communicate student progress and participate in ad hoc dissertation committee meetings.
- Use the provided rubrics to review student work based on student program requirements.
- Provide meaningful written feedback for student work using track changes.
- Attend student proposal orals and dissertation orals.
- Maintain technical skills related to Saybrook systems and procedures, including Canvas LMS, research administration (Mentor IRB), and petitions to form dissertation committee (Mentor Petitions).
- Facilitate ongoing communication with units within the Office of Research, Innovation, and Sponsored Projects (ORISP), including but not limited to the academic Department of Research and Dissertation Services.
- Complete all Saybrook University new hire training, as required by federal and state law, in addition to any applicable ongoing employee training to foster a safe and productive work community.
- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) training: Dissertation faculty must obtain and maintain a current (within the last 3 years) verification of CITI program Saybrook Researcher's human subjects training certification prior to the student's submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and until the research is complete. When initial CITI training has expired, they will need to complete the Saybrook Researchers Refresher training.
Dissertation Subject Matter Knowledge/Reader Responsibilities
- Contribute to assessing the student’s subject matter knowledge.
- Collaborate with the dissertation chair to support the student through the construction of the proposal and dissertation and the execution of the applied research.
- Provide written feedback regarding the subject matter in all parts of the proposal and dissertation.
- Use the provided rubrics.
Position Requirements Include
- Each member must have primary U.S. residency.
- Each member must be degreed at the doctoral level.
- Minimum of two years record of successful dissertation mentorship.
- Mastery of Office 365 suite.
- Mastery of APA 7 publication style.
- Ability to use software for data analysis as needed (SPSS, NVivo) and educational software (Grammarly, ReciteWorks, TurnitIn).
- Experience teaching using the Canvas learning management system.
Specific Position Qualifications
- Expertise in the field of Transformative Social Change.
- Graduate degree in related field, e.g., Ph.D.
- Prior teaching experience in peace studies, conflict resolution, social sciences, and/or advocacy or related fields.
- Prior online teaching experience preferred.
Compensation
Compensation is based on the adjunct faculty pay scale for online instruction, dissertation service, and participation in university activities. Specifically, dissertation work as a subject matter expert/reader receives $900 per committee divided among the three milestones of the dissertation process.
Three credit courses are budgeted at $2,000-4,000 per course, dependent upon student enrollment. Two credit courses are budgeted at $1,334-2,668 per course, dependent upon student enrollment. Under-enrolled courses may fall below these ranges. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation.
Required Application Documents
- Cover Letter (include documented experience specific to the required and preferred qualifications; note the number of dissertation committees for which you have served and in what capacity).
- Curriculum Vitae
About Saybrook University
Saybrook University was founded 50 years ago by some of the greatest minds of the 20th century and continues to inspire a new generation of innovators. A non-profit regionally accredited university known for its commitment to humanistic studies and rigorous research, Saybrook University’s academic model puts the student at the center of everything we do to provide a unique, transformational, learning experience. Saybrook offers advanced degrees in organizational systems, psychology, mind-body medicine, and human science, all in flexible learning formats to help students continue to be active contributors to the fields they work in while they advance their education. Saybrook University is proud to be a community of creative, compassionate innovators dedicated to pursing new ways of thinking and doing for our professions, organizations, and communities.
Saybrook University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information, visit www.saybrook.edu
Key skills/competency
- Transformative Social Change
- Dissertation Mentorship
- Academic Research
- Curriculum Development
- Student Feedback
- APA 7th Edition
- Canvas LMS
- Data Analysis Software
- Higher Education Teaching
- Human Subjects Training
Skills & topics
- Adjunct Faculty
- Transformative Social Change
- Dissertation Chair
- Dissertation Reader
- Academic Research
- Higher Education
- Mentorship
- Online Teaching
- Social Sciences
- Conflict Resolution
- Peace Studies
- Advocacy
- APA 7th Edition
- Canvas LMS
- CITI Training
- SPSS
- NVivo
- Part-time
- University Faculty
How to get hired
- Tailor your application: Highlight your dissertation mentorship experience and expertise in Transformative Social Change in your cover letter and CV.
- Showcase technical skills: Detail your proficiency with Canvas LMS, Office 365, and data analysis software like SPSS or NVivo.
- Emphasize mentorship: Clearly state the number of dissertation committees you've served on and your specific role.
- Review university policies: Familiarize yourself with Saybrook's dissertation and IRB policies, including CITI training requirements.
- Network and inquire: Reach out to the Department Chair or HR for specific questions about the role and expectations.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of an Adjunct Faculty member in Transformative Social Change at Saybrook University?
- Adjunct faculty in Transformative Social Change at Saybrook University primarily serve on doctoral candidacy and dissertation research committees. This involves providing subject matter expertise, reviewing student work, offering written feedback, attending committee meetings and orals, and maintaining technical proficiency with university systems like Canvas LMS and CITI training.
- What qualifications are essential for the Adjunct Faculty position at Saybrook University?
- Essential qualifications include a doctoral degree, primary U.S. residency, a minimum of two years of successful dissertation mentorship experience, mastery of the Office 365 suite, and proficiency in APA 7th publication style. Experience with educational software and the Canvas learning management system is also required.
- How is compensation determined for Adjunct Faculty at Saybrook University?
- Compensation for adjunct faculty at Saybrook University is based on a pay scale for online instruction and dissertation service. Specifically, dissertation work as a subject matter expert/reader receives $900 per committee, divided across three milestones. Course compensation varies based on credit hours and student enrollment.
- Does Saybrook University require specific training for Adjunct Faculty serving on dissertation committees?
- Yes, Saybrook University requires dissertation faculty to complete and maintain current Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) program Saybrook Researcher's human subjects training certification. Refresher training is also necessary upon expiration of the initial certification.
- What specific expertise is desired for the Transformative Social Change adjunct faculty role at Saybrook University?
- Desired expertise includes a strong background in Transformative Social Change, with prior teaching experience in related fields such as peace studies, conflict resolution, social sciences, or advocacy. Prior online teaching experience is preferred.
- How should I document my dissertation mentorship experience in my application for the Saybrook University adjunct faculty position?
- In your cover letter, you should clearly document your experience specific to the required and preferred qualifications. Importantly, note the number of dissertation committees for which you have served and in what capacity to demonstrate your relevant expertise.