CHESS·Mora, New Mexico
The adjunct instructor is responsible for providing instructional services on a temporary, part-time basis for specific academic terms. They are expected to deliver course content at the upper division or graduate level depending on their qualifications.
An adjunct instructor is appointed on a term contract for instructional, temporary and part-time assignments. They are not assigned to other responsibilities such as professional service or college service. They have no right to reappointment. Persons appointed at this rank will vary in minimal academic qualifications but generally shall have a relevant doctoral or equivalent terminal degree to teach at the upper division and graduate level, and a master’s degree for lower division courses. All degrees shall be from accredited institutions or from internationally reputable and recognized institutions. Exceptions to these requirements may be made by the Provost upon presentation of evidence of a record of experience or other credentials that indicate academic degree equivalence. Adjunct Faculty members can only serve as Faculty Senators if they teach during the current semester or have taught within the last fiscal year.
As a part of your application, upload letter of interest, current resume, and official documentation confirming education. EEO STATEMENT: LCC is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates must hold a relevant doctoral or terminal degree for upper-level courses or a master's degree for lower-level courses from an accredited institution. Applicants are required to submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and official documentation confirming their education.
Market context
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