Adjunct Faculty, English & Humanities

Adjunct Faculty, English & Humanities

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

940 Second St. Portsmouth, OH 45662, OH

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

POS-033

Division

Academic and Student Affairs

Department

ASA-CAS-English & Humanities

Opening Date

08/16/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Job Description Summary

The College of Arts & Sciences at Shawnee State University seeks qualified individuals beginning Fall and Spring Semesters

to serve as Part-time, Adjunct Faculty in the Department of English & Humanities for traditional classes in the following areas.

• Composition
• British Literature
• Public Speaking and Human Communication
• Ethics in Public/Private Life

Minimum Qualifications

(EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE)

• Master's degree in the respective or related area
• Possess excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills
• Ability to use technology in teaching
• Ability to use collaborative learning techniques and student-centered methods of instruction
• Ability to work in a multiethnic/multicultural environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening assignments - daytime availability a plus (in some cases, may be required)

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. All applicants must complete the online application at Shawnee.edu. Upload a cover letter to Human Resources specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted qualifications, your resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcript indicating highest degree attained.

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT REFERENCE SECTION: Include only the name, email, and phone number of your Professional References.

Candidates invited for an on-campus interview may be required to present a teaching lecture and laboratory demonstration of their instructional abilities. Specific questions may be directed to Professor Ann Linden, Chair of the Department of English and Humanities, at 740.351.3294 or alinden@shawnee.edu.

The information pertaining to remuneration is found in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook (Adjunct Handbook)

Adjunct faculty at SSU are also eligible for tuition waivers (Tuition Waiver for Adjunct Faculty Policy) and enjoy professional development opportunities, office space, and limited mileage reimbursement. They and their family (children 14 years and up) also have free access to the Rhodes Athletic Facility.

Employment with the University is dependent upon BOT budget approval for the current fiscal year. Background check is required prior to hire. Official transcripts are required and must be submitted prior to hire to Professor Ann Linden, Chair of the Department of English and Humanities, 940 2nd Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662.

Note to Applicants

This is an open posting maintained and updated every semester based upon the enrollment needs of the Department, and as such, are filled on an as-needed/ongoing basis every semester.

SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority.

Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status or military status.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Employer Shawnee State University (OH)

Address 940 Second St.

Portsmouth, Ohio, 45662

Phone 740-351-3481