[Hiring] Epidemiology Online Graduate Adjunct Faculty @Best Care

Role Description

Nebraska Methodist College seeks experienced online graduate level instructor to teach epidemiology supporting DNP and EdD students. It is an online, 15-week, 3-credit course taught from August 17 - Dec. 11, 2026. There are several scheduled synchronous sessions that faculty lead in support of student learning, but the course is primarily asynchronous.

Prior experience teaching epidemiology is required along with strong public health experience and nursing curriculum knowledge. While the course is developed, the faculty member is part of a team expected to contribute expertise for keeping it current. Experience with Brightspace LMS is a plus! Minimally, candidates must hold a doctoral degree in public health with relevant graduate coursework and experience.

Along with the Health System application please provide two references and a cover letter stating why you would be best in serving our graduate students in this position.

Responsibilities

• Teaching
  • Demonstrate effective instructional methodology.
  • Command of the subject and use of effective teaching/learning methods.
  • Facilitate clear formulation of learning objectives/outcomes.
  • Skill in communicating with students and challenging them to go beyond what is required.
  • Effective course implementation through a variety of instructional methods.
  • Integrity, open-mindedness, and objectivity in presenting material.
  • Ability to relate the subject to other areas of knowledge.
  • Collaboration with other faculty in the development of curriculum.
  • Systematic assessment of student learning.
  • Provision of constructive feedback in a timely manner to students.
  • Punctuality and reliability in conduct of classes.
  • Course revision as needed to increase effectiveness.
• Professionalism
  • Demonstrate interpersonal and team skills.
  • Support collegiality by behaving in a professional manner.
  • Respond to communications and requests in a timely fashion.
  • Treat staff and faculty in a professional manner.
  • Support College strategic initiatives.
  • Respond appropriately to guidance and constructive criticism.
  • Maintain a professional appearance appropriate for the position.
  • Participate in required meetings and events as appropriate.
  • Fulfill mandatory job requirements (e.g., timely submission of syllabi and grades).

Requirements

• Completion of terminal degree deemed appropriate per programmatic needs in the assigned discipline from a regionally accredited institution required, with a minimum of 18 semester hours in content-specific related field; master’s and/or doctoral degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in area relevant to program assignment required; one or more years of experience in teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.
• Where appropriate, Nebraska licensure and national certifications are required of faculty employed at Nebraska Methodist College.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to provide academic instruction, read, analyze, interpret and grade academic assignments in a higher educational environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with personal computer and standard office applications.
• Knowledge of various teaching methods and adult learning styles.
• Skill in the effective use of resources including time, information and available services.
• Knowledge and support of the College mission statement and its values.

Physical Requirements

• Weight Demands: Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Physical Activity:
  • Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Balancing, Climbing, Carrying, Crawling, Crouching, Distinguish colors, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling/Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Stooping/bending, Twisting, Walking.
  • Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Seeing/Visual, Speaking/talking.
  • Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Fingering/Touching, Grasping, Keyboarding/typing, Sitting.

Job Hazards

• Not Related: Biological agents, Physical hazards, Equipment/Machinery/Tools.
• Rare (1-33%): Chemical agents, Mechanical moving parts/vibrations.