Adjunct Lecturer in Humanities
Adjunct Lecturer in Humanities
Regis College
Weston, MA
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Job Details
Job Location
Regis College Campus - Weston, MA
Position Type
Adjunct
Description
Summary
The Department of Humanities at Regis College seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach the course ID-234, Digital Scholarship. This course is a key component of the Humanities Major and is conducted face-to-face in the Fine Arts Center of the Regis College Weston Campus.
Course Description
This course will focus on the process of learning, and then applying, the various methodologies of digital scholarship, with an emphasis on the humanities/social sciences. The course readings, workshops, and discussions will be aimed at exposing students to the (sometime competing) philosophies and the (quickly evolving) practices of this emerging field. Beyond course readings on designing, interpreting, and understanding digital media, students will also critically engage with and use a range of digital tools and resources. In the spirit of "crowd sourcing" and the public-spirited nature of digital scholarship, students will take on the responsibility of teaching each other about digital tools over the course of the semester. Students will also be required to propose, design, and implement a project using the methods and theories of digital scholarship.
Instructor has the freedom to construct a syllabus and decide on course content in consultation with department Chair.
The course will run on Wednesdays and Fridays, 12:30-1:45pm .
Essential Functions
Requirements:
Protecting the Regis Community
All faculty, staff, and students who live, learn, and work on Regis College’s Weston MA campus are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated for COVID-19. COVID-19 immunization is required for faculty, staff, and students who learn and work in the Regis College Dental Center and Autism Center, consistent with federal mandates. For further information, please review Regis College’s .
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
In employment, as in education, Regis College is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Regis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran’s status, membership in uniformed services or any other protected status.
Job Location
Regis College Campus - Weston, MA
Position Type
Adjunct
Description
Summary
The Department of Humanities at Regis College seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach the course ID-234, Digital Scholarship. This course is a key component of the Humanities Major and is conducted face-to-face in the Fine Arts Center of the Regis College Weston Campus.
Course Description
This course will focus on the process of learning, and then applying, the various methodologies of digital scholarship, with an emphasis on the humanities/social sciences. The course readings, workshops, and discussions will be aimed at exposing students to the (sometime competing) philosophies and the (quickly evolving) practices of this emerging field. Beyond course readings on designing, interpreting, and understanding digital media, students will also critically engage with and use a range of digital tools and resources. In the spirit of "crowd sourcing" and the public-spirited nature of digital scholarship, students will take on the responsibility of teaching each other about digital tools over the course of the semester. Students will also be required to propose, design, and implement a project using the methods and theories of digital scholarship.
Instructor has the freedom to construct a syllabus and decide on course content in consultation with department Chair.
The course will run on Wednesdays and Fridays, 12:30-1:45pm .
Essential Functions
- Teaching ID-234
- Ensuring appropriate curriculum design, implementation, and assessment of the course
- Providing timely feedback to students and hold office hours at least 2 hours/week (this can be done via Zoom)
- Please Note: Adjunct instructors are NOT expected to attend school or department meetings (though they are welcome to), conduct academic advising, or serve on standing committees.
Requirements:
- An advanced degree (PhD preferred but not required) in a discipline related to the humanities and/or digital scholarship
- At least two years teaching experience
- References upon request
- Ability to interact in a positive manner with a diverse group of co-workers and students while upholding the College’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
- Carry out functions as they may be appropriate for the position.
- Normal classroom environment, not subject to extremes in noise, odors, etc.
Protecting the Regis Community
All faculty, staff, and students who live, learn, and work on Regis College’s Weston MA campus are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated for COVID-19. COVID-19 immunization is required for faculty, staff, and students who learn and work in the Regis College Dental Center and Autism Center, consistent with federal mandates. For further information, please review Regis College’s .
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
In employment, as in education, Regis College is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Regis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran’s status, membership in uniformed services or any other protected status.
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