Title: Instructor in Professional Studies and Advisor, Bachelor of Professional Studies
Division: Provost's Office
Department: College of Liberal Arts
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Annual Salary
EEO Job Group: 2 C6
Position Summary
The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for Instructor in Professional Studies and Advisor, Bachelor of Professional Studies.
The Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) program at the University of Southern Indiana, a public university in Evansville, Indiana, seeks applications for a 12-month renewable Instructor in Professional Studies. Appointment will be available in July 2024.
Duties/Responsibilities
The Instructor in Professional Studies and Advisor, Bachelor of Professional Studies position will be expected to engage in professional and university service activities, advising, evaluation of credit for prior learning, and teach 3-6 credit hours per semester, which includes online, accelerated undergraduate departmental course offerings in professional studies.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree. Applicants in the process of finishing their degree will be considered if the degree will be conferred by hire date.
About USI
The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for this position include:
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.
- Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 11% of annual salary.
- Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
- Vacation and sick time
- Holiday pay
- Free access to Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.
- Access to on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.
For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits .
About the College
Information about the College of Liberal Arts can be found at https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts .
About the Department
Information on the Bachelor of Professional Studies degree programs may be found at: https://www.usi.edu/online-learning/online-programs/bachelor-of-professional-studies/ .
Application Process
Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
- Letter of application addressing relevant experience in higher education instruction and advising, particularly related to online instruction and work with adult learners
- Current curriculum vitae
- Unofficial transcripts
- Brief statement of teaching philosophy as it is related to an online, adult learner-centric program
Search Committee Chair:
If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Wesley Durham, search committee chair, at [email protected] .
Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please submit materials before April 6, 2024.
Pre-Employment Screening
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
Authorization to Work in the United States
USI typically will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.
Interview Accommodations
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at [email protected] or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (812) 464-1815.
EEO Statement
The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.