• Library and Information Science Adjunct

    University of Southern Mississippi (Hattiesburg, MS)


    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Applications for part-time School of Library and Information Science Adjunct Faculty will be accepted on an ongoing basis and will be reviewed as needed. Please make sure to include a cover letter, teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae/resume, contact information for three references, as well as a copy of your transcripts when applying for this position.

     

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

    Job Summary

    Library and Information Adjunct Faculty assist with the instructional delivery of courses taken by program majors for graduates and undergraduates.

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities

    The School of Library and Information Science is seeking someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The School values accountability, time management, high ethical standards, and personal integrity among employees. Library and information adjunct faculty teach up to 6 hours [two – 3-credit-hour courses] per semester. Typical courses focus on technology in libraries, information science, and traditional library services—like cataloging, collection development, reference, literature, etc.

     

    + Instruction in online synchronous formats to graduates and undergraduates.

    + Assessment of student learning outcomes.

    + Active communication with students via email and LMS email.

    + Use of active learning techniques.

    + Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

    + Performs other duties as assigned.