Job Description

Capella University offers two learning formats, FlexPath and GuidedPath, to provide a flexible and affordable way for working professionals to earn a degree designed to fit into their life.

Our GuidedPath learning format offers asynchronous 10-week courses, with 3 weeks in between each quarter for faculty to grade and prepare for the next quarter. Learners have deadlines to stay on track to review materials, understand topics, and develop consistent study habits. Faculty help learners progress by guiding courseroom discussions and providing feedback on assignments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assignments for mentoring and teaching are on an ongoing basis according to expertise and school needs.
• Utilize your professional expertise to provide high-quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum.
• Mentor doctoral learners. Utilize your professional expertise to provide relevant feedback and ensure successful completion.
• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience.
• Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Attend faculty meetings, workshops, and training as required.
• Participate in other activities based on university needs.
• Participate in doctoral committees supporting scholarship (doctoral mentors only).
• Be available within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) by phone, email, and in the course room to ensure learners receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.

Job Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the University.
• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning and organizing of course objectives.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem-solving aspects aligned to job duties.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner.

Work Experience:

• Three years of professional experience in Public Health required.
• How to conduct and oversee research/scholarship and achievement in Public Health required.
• Three years of doctoral level teaching experience is preferred.

Education:

All degrees must be conferred and from a regionally accredited institution. Copies of required certificates and licenses and unofficial transcripts for all graduate degrees with the institution and conferred degree and date must be attached.

• A doctoral degree in Public Health required.

Other:

School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Capella University believes a diverse learning community is vital to achieving our mission of extending access to higher education. We believe that attracting, engaging, and supporting diverse learners, faculty, and staff strengthens our university. Capella values human potential and is committed to being an inclusive and culturally competent institution. Capella strives to promote equity within and beyond our community through intentional actions and a transformative exchange of ideas.

• Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require ability to work in a professional remote home office setting.
• Roles require access to work in a setting that enables meeting all requirements of the role (including accessing information using a computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.).
• This role may require lifting; however. reasonable accommodation will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs a warrant. Accommodation related to the schedule may be considered. Must be able to travel occasionally within the US should a business need arise (including doctoral residencies, site visits, etc.). For most programs travel would not be common. Travel may involve a plane, car, or metro. In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodation regarding travel limitations can be provided.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

$400 per student mentee, $2,400 per course, and/or $3,200 per course is the expected starting pay per assignment for this position this quarter. Current and future assignments are based on the additional factors outlined below.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all.

Capella University Adjunct and Part-Time Faculty are compensated based on the number and type of work assignments offered and accepted in any given quarter.

Capella University GuidedPath Format - The pay for teaching a course range from $500 - $4,000. The average is over $3,000.

Capella University FlexPath Format - The pay for teaching a course range from $125 - $4,000, depending on enrollment and particular program. The average is over $3,000.

The pay for doctoral mentoring assignments is typically $400 per mentee ( GuidedPath or FlexPath). Doctoral reviewer assignments start at $200.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com