Healthcare Informatics & Administration (Onground) Adjunct Instructor

Sacred Heart Universitys Healthcare Informatics & Administration program in the College of Health Professions invites applications for Adjunct Instructors to teach graduate-level courses in healthcare informatics and related well-designed curriculum the Program prepares students for leadership roles in the complex and dynamic healthcare informatics field. We are committed to academic excellence and to cultivating leadership integrity and developing engaged citizenship in our students faculty staff and alumni. Through this mission we will advance the quality and safety of healthcare through the effective use of information are taught in person at Sacred Heart Universitys Center for Healthcare Education in Bridgeport Connecticut. This dedicated healthcare education setting offers adjunct instructors the opportunity to share their expertise with graduate students preparing to lead in an increasingly technology-driven healthcare landscape. Explore the Healthcare Informatics curriculum to learn more about the courses :Prepare for and teach assigned graduate-level courses using the approved curriculum and established course objectivesSupport students in achieving course learning outcomes through effective instruction engagement and academic guidanceMaintain course materials in Blackboard including syllabi assignments grading rubrics and other required resourcesEvaluate student work provide timely feedback and maintain accurate grades and attendance records in accordance with University policiesRespond to student inquiries within 48 hours and remain reasonably available to meet with students as neededEncourage active student participation and foster an inclusive respectful and supportive learning environmentCommunicate with the Program Chair regarding course delivery student progress and academic concernsFulfill other responsibilities associated with assigned coursesQualifications:An earned masters degree in Informatics Healthcare Informatics or a closely related field aligned with the assigned course contentDemonstrated practical knowledge subject-matter expertise and hands-on experience in the fieldStrong interpersonal customer service presentation and communication skillsCreative thinking innovation and effective problem-solving skillsStrong organizational skills and the ability to complete assignments accurately and on time with minimal supervisionPrior college-level teaching experience is preferredThe successful candidate will contribute to a collegial environment and demonstrate a commitment to the Universitys mission and values fostering a learning community in which all students can thrive and Instructions:Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest current CV statement of teaching philosophy and relevant examples from courses taught (if applicable). Upon offer of employment the selected candidate will be required to provide one formal letter of recommendation on professional letterhead and an official transcript reflecting their highest earned of applications will be ongoing based on the needs of the department. All application materials must be submitted through Sacred Heart Universitys online application regarding this opportunity may be directed to Dr. Stephen Burrows Department Chair