Adjunct Faculty - Portland Seminary

Job Description

Job Description

About the job:

George Fox University, a Christ-centered institution, invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty positions across various academic disciplines within the Portland Seminary. Adjunct faculty play a crucial role in delivering high-quality instruction while fostering student engagement in a supportive Christian learning environment. Teaching opportunities may vary by department and semester.

Job Responsibilities Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• Teach courses in alignment with the university's mission and learning objectives.
• Develop and implement effective instructional strategies that promote student engagement.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student work.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Utilize the university's learning management system (Canvas) for course management.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to university policies.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect, and service.
• Serve as a Christian role model to students, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

We Are Looking for Candidates Who Have:

• A relevant terminal degree.
• Relevant ministry experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in subject matter and commitment to student learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to integrating faith and learning within the academic discipline.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• Professional experience in the field related to the subject being taught.
• Previous teaching experience in higher education.
• Familiarity with online and hybrid teaching modalities.
• Engagement in scholarship, research, or professional development.
• Proficiency with Canvas Content Management System, Zoom, and Google Suite.

Job information:

• Working Conditions: Portland, OR (or as specified by the hiring department).
• Department: Teaching may occur in-person, online, or hybrid format, depending on departmental needs.
• Supervisor: Associate Dean of Academic Operations, Portland Seminary
• Compensation: Adjunct faculty are paid on a per credit hour basis, commensurate with education and experience.

Application procedure:

• Kindly apply through the Careers at George Fox University webpage.
• When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:
  • Letter of Interest that identifies exactly which program you are applying to teach in
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Integration of Faith and Learning Essay
    • George Fox University is committed to helping students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. Faculty members are expected to integrate Christian faith and principles into their teaching and mentorship. Applicants should submit a one-page (approximately 300-word) essay describing their personal faith and how it informs their teaching, scholarship, and service.
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
    

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. Please note: This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-centered: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.