Job Description

As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University Plymouth seeks a Full-Time Non-Tenure Track Faculty Member in English to promote our Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by delivering high-quality instruction in English courses, fostering critical thinking and communication skills, and contributing to a collaborative academic environment.

This position supports student learning and academic excellence at the Plymouth, Indiana location through effective teaching and engagement. The faculty member reports to the Academic Dean at Marian University – Plymouth for day-to-day operations and collaborates with faculty at Marian University – Indianapolis for curricular development and discipline collaboration. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage diverse student populations while representing Marian University in a professional and mission-centered manner.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies.
• Teaching load: 24 credits per academic year.
• Share in the ongoing development and implementation of department and college activities and projects.

• Actively take part in curriculum implementation and activities of the Department of English in partnership with MU Indianapolis Campus.
• Engage in scholarship and other professional development activities.

• Mentor students through advising, internships, and service learning-learning opportunities in the community.

• Provide support to the student commons (student tutoring and resource space) with writing support.
• Serve as an academic advisor for students and oversee internships, mentorships, and service-learning opportunities for students in collaboration with the larger community.
• Participate in university, community , and campus service, including participation in faculty governance and co-curricular programs.
• Take part in special project work, academic and student retention committee work and leadership and/or student club advising/mentorship.
• Assist and actively engage with retention and recruitment efforts for the program (and the college) in partnership with the Admissions team and Student Success and Engagement team.
• Partner with student support services for tutoring needs and develop supplemental instructional materials, and assist students with review, study guides, and academic support outside of the classroom.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

University Expectations: (examples listed below)

• Knowledge of and a commitment to the mission of Marian University
• Adheres to Marian University’s policies and procedures
• Shows courtesy and respect in interactions with fellow employees, students, subordinates, and supervisors
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Meets department productivity standards
• Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems
• Assists to establish department measurements that align and support the accomplishment of the University’s strategic goals
• Adheres to the department budget

Educational Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To be qualified for this position , the candidate must have an English or equivalent graduate degree, as well as 3-5 years of experience at teaching/instruction at the college level. Preference will be given to those with PhD and/or with additional certifications/ endorsements in writing/English Education.

Essential Functions:

Work hours necessary to meet job requirements satisfactorily on a regular basis. Manage absence from work in a responsible manner to ensure service to clients, work teams, and coworkers. Comply with Marian University policies and practices, seeking clarification of them when necessary.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties , and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills , and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.