Position Announcement Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/16/2024 Working Title Honors College Adjunct Faculty in the Humanities or Social Sciences Department 222300 - HON University Honors Prgm Position Number D97737 Representation AP - AFT, Local 3571 Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept University Honors College, the only urban-focused honors college in the country, is a small, dedicated community of highly motivated students and engaged professors located within the larger academic environment of Portland State University. Honors students explore an academically intense curriculum through the lens of the culturally rich, ever-evolving city of Portland.

Portland State’s 49-acre campus is located in the heart of one of America’s most vibrant centers of business, culture, business, and technology. We are recognized throughout the world for programs like Urban Planning, Social Work, and Environmental Studies that directly engage the community and aim our students towards the creation of a better, more sustainable world. Position Summary University Honors College at Portland State University invites applicants to apply for an adjunct teaching position in the Humanities or Social Sciences for the 2024-25 academic year. Minimum Qualifications -Ph.D. in one of the Humanities or Social Sciences or equivalent
-Expertise in the teaching and support of scholarly research writing.
-Documented excellence in teaching large and small undergraduate classes in the candidate’s field of study.
-Successful completion of a background check. Preferred Qualifications Key Cultural Competencies • Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Required Professional Standards of Conduct At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct. Compensation $1,360 per credit hour taught Application Instructions

Additional Information All Portland State University employees, regardless of work location, must submit either (1) Proof of Vaccination; or (2) have an approved medical or religious exemption, on their first day or employment. To read the full PSU vaccination policy, please visit: https://www.pdx.edu/policies/covid-vaccination. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Search Details

Posting Close Date Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Filled Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Have you earned a Ph.D. in the social sciences, public health, or related field? Yes No * Please name the specific field/discipline in which you received your Ph.D.

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* From what University did you (or will you) receive your Ph.D. degree?

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Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Statement of Teaching Philosophy Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness Professional References Optional Documents