UNIV- Temporary Part-time Faculty, PhD Program, College of Nursing
MUSC Health
Summary
The PhD in Nursing Science Program at the MUSC College of Nursing is seeking an adjunct instructor with a PhD for an online doctoral-level course. This temporary, part-time position will provide a qualified graduate student with the opportunity to contribute to the development of nurse scientists by delivering high-quality, research-focused instruction in a virtual environment. The instructor will lead course delivery, engage students in scholarly dialogue, assess performance, and foster an inclusive and rigorous academic experience.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Course Instruction: Deliver an assigned online PhD-level course aligned with program and curricular objectives.
- Student Engagement: Facilitate synchronous and asynchronous discussions, respond to student inquiries in a timely manner, and promote intellectual engagement.
- Assessment & Grading: Evaluate assignments, provide timely, constructive feedback, and submit grades in accordance with doctoral program standards and program policies.
- Course Management: Utilize the university’s Learning Management System (LMS) to maintain and post materials, track participation, and manage course logistics such as grading and attendance.
- Collaboration: Work closely with program leadership and faculty to ensure course quality, consistency, and student success across course sections.
- Office Hours: Offer virtual office hours or scheduled student consultations as needed.
- Academic Integrity: Uphold university policies related to academic integrity, accessibility, and student support.
Requirements
- PhD or equivalent research doctoral degree in nursing, health sciences, or a related field.
- Experience teaching or mentoring at the doctoral level.
- Strong foundation in nursing science, research methodology, or related content area.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with online learning platforms (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, D2L).
- Commitment to fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
- Understanding of PhD-level education and scholarly inquiry.
- Record of scholarly publications
- Expertise in areas such as philosophy of science, qualitative or mixed methods research, theory, or implementation science.
Company overview
MUSC Health is the healthcare system of the Medical University of South Carolina, serving as the state's premier academic medical center and comprehensive healthcare provider. Founded in 1824 and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, MUSC Health operates 14 hospitals with approximately 2,500 beds and has five additional hospital locations in development. The organization provides patient care through more than 350 telehealth sites and nearly 750 care locations across all regions of South Carolina, serving 46 counties throughout the state. For 11 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked MUSC Health as the number one hospital in South Carolina, reflecting its commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety. As an integrated academic health system, MUSC Health combines clinical care with medical education and research, training more than 900 residents and fellows annually while conducting groundbreaking research with $360 million in research funding and 1,268 active clinical trials. The organization employs over 10,000 team members and handles approximately 3.21 million patient encounters each year, delivering specialized services in cancer care, cardiac services, digestive health, women's health, and numerous other medical specialties through its Hollings Cancer Center and other specialized institutes.