Adjunct Faculty- Clinical Psychopharmacology- Online ...

Job Description Founded in 1979, The Chicago School is an independent professional graduate school with a dynamic student body and a professionally accomplished faculty. Our curriculum and training opportunities prepare graduates to deliver outstanding professional services emphasizing the ability to understand and work with diverse populations. Position Summary The Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology Program (APA designated) at The Chicago School is currently seeking qualified individuals to teach courses in the curriculum. All online courses at the Chicago School are 7 weeks long and are taught in the Canvas Learning Management System. The Clinical Psychopharmacology Program is seeking qualified Adjunct Faculty to teach the following courses: Clinical Anatomy and Integrated Science Advanced Pathophysiology Clinical Biochemistry and Neurochemistry Pharmacology Advanced Physical Assessment Diagnostic Methods (i.e., laboratory and neuroradiological imaging Principal Duties The primary responsibility of adjunct faculty members is to enrich courses by sharing theoretical and practical knowledge of the subject, encouraging direct application to the workplace within the field of Clinical Psychopharmacology. All online adjunct faculty members are expected to be available online and responsive to students five out of seven days during the course of the week. This "availability" includes: Active participation in the discussion forum Posting course-related announcement(s) Timely grading of assignments and providing quality feedback Holding virtual office hours In addition, it is expected that all adjunct faculty members adhere to the following duties during a 7"‘week term: Posting a welcome message to all students outlining weekly virtual office hours Creating a video welcome message and posting to Canvas course site Holding one voluntary conference call or synchronous chat each term, either via Skype or GoToMeeting software (account information provided by the Department Manager) Responding to each student's initial post in a discussion forum Grading quizzes and providing feedback on short assignments within 48 hoursProviding grading and feedback on larger assignments within 3 days after due date Responding to all student email(s) within 24 hours Issuing final grade on time (by Tuesday midnight after Week 7 ends) All online adjunct faculty are required to complete an 8"‘week training course reviewing online pedagogy best practices prior to teaching their assigned courses Position Qualifications Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Medical Studies, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related discipline Formal degree in Pharmacology or Clinical Psychopharmacology Professional license preferred (pharmacy, physician, or prescribing psychologist) Board Certification preferred Previous online teaching experience (3 years preferred) Exemplary professional experience Engagement in research and scholarship (preferred) The department seeks an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student"‘centeredness, professional development and scholarship, integrity and ethics, respect for diversity and pluralism, innovation, flexibility, and teamwork and collaboration. Candidates who will advance equity, diversity, and inclusion through their teaching, scholarship, and service are strongly encouraged to apply. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Compensation & Benefits This opportunity is budgeted at $1,124-1,540 per credit and may vary per course with student enrollment. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time"‘off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below. The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID"‘19 per CDC guidance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-04-20