Job Title: Adjunct Clinical Nursing Faculty

Department:  Nursing

Classification: Adjunct, Non-Exempt

Supervises:  N/A

Reports to:  Dean of Nursing

Location: Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

About Siena Heights University:

Siena Heights University is a Catholic institution founded by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, and a recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), located in beautiful Adrian, Michigan.  With a student population averaging 1,700 undergraduates and 163 graduate-level students: with approximately 300 employees.  The Siena Heights University mission is “to assist people to become more competent, purposeful, and ethical through a teaching and learning environment which respects the dignity of all” and the team at Siena supports the Catholic and Dominican mission and identity, which are inspired by the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena.

Position Overview:

Adjunct faculty to teach clinical nursing courses (off site) for the prelicensure baccalaureate nursing program. Hours and days vary by course. 

Clinical sites vary by semester and sites include locations in Jackson, MI and Adrian, MI area. Clinical hours vary by course.

Essential Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities for adjunct clinical nursing faculty include teaching and evaluating students in clinical sites, including planning and coordinating daily learning experiences that individualize both student and patient needs.

Expectations include: 

• Completing program specific health requirements.
• Completing clinical agency orientation.
• Maintaining current knowledge related to agency/clinical policies, procedures, and expectations with the assistance of the agency/clinical personnel.
• Planning clinical experiences for and provides direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students delivering nursing care to an individual or group of individuals.
• Evaluating and providing timely documented feedback to student on level of performance based on course outcomes.
• Correcting and returning clinical assignments/paperwork in a timely manner.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills Required: 

Education/Certification:

• Minimum of master’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• An unencumbered Michigan or Ohio nursing license.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of at least three years professional clinical practice experience within last five years in clinical specialty area.
• Prior clinical teaching experience preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Sitting/standing at desk and on computer regularly.
• Ability to travel to locations throughout the campus regularly, regionally, and beyond on occasion.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment/technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance

Siena Heights University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law.  Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Siena Heights University will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the organization would result.

Job Title: Adjunct Professor

Department:  Academics

Classification: Adjunct, Non-Exempt

Supervises:  N/A

Reports to:  Assistant Dean

Location: Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

About Siena Heights University:

Siena Heights University is a Catholic institution founded by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, and a recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), located in beautiful Adrian, Michigan.  With a student population averaging 1,700 undergraduates and 163 graduate-level students: with approximately 300 employees.  The Siena Heights University mission is “to assist people to become more competent, purposeful, and ethical through a teaching and learning environment which respects the dignity of all” and the team at Siena supports the Catholic and Dominican mission and identity, which are inspired by the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena.

Position Overview:

Teach one or more courses in fall, winter, and/or summer semesters to undergraduate and/or graduate level students in-person, online, or blended.

Essential Responsibilities:

·       Teach in-person, online, or blended.

·       Teach one or more courses each semester. This entails providing lecture and instruction during every scheduled class period, assigning and grading work, and following best practices and course outcomes as well as other directives from the department chair.

·       Teach two to three days on the Adrian campus but be prepared to teach remotely via Teams if asked to do so for safety/weather/health reasons.

·       Totally Online Courses: teach one or more sections of asynchronous, outcomes based, course in an online environment. Faculty will be provided with an online shell and will be able to adapt the due dates, lectures, etc.

·       Totally Online Courses: Be engaged in the online course by providing at least two points of regular and substantive feedback each week.

·       Provide opportunity for student conferencing, either in person or remotely.

·       Provide the institution with a list of required texts in a timely manner and when requested to do so.

·       Participate in a teaching evaluation during the first or second semester of teaching. 

• Stay current with developments in the field of theatre and incorporate relevant research into instruction.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills, Physical Demands Required: 

Education/Certification:

• Masters degree required to teach undergraduate courses. Doctorate preferred.
• Doctorate required to teach graduate courses.
• Prior teaching experience at the college level is preferred.
• Totally Online Course: Have online teaching experience or be willing to go through online training (OLAC).

Skills:

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of Canvas, Microsoft Office 365, and Microsoft Teams

Physical Demands:

• Sitting/standing at desk and on computer regularly.
• Ability to commute to Adrian campus.
• Ability to walk to various areas of the campus.
• Ability to commute to off-campus locations, if necessary.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment/technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance

Siena Heights University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law.  Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Siena Heights University will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the organization would result.

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Psychology

Department:  Psychology

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Supervises:  N/A

Reports to:  Assistant Dean of Academics, Humanities and Social Sciences Division

Location: Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

About Siena Heights University:

Siena Heights University is a Catholic institution founded by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, and a recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), located in beautiful Adrian, Michigan.  With a student population averaging 1,700 undergraduates and 163 graduate-level students: with approximately 300 employees.  The Siena Heights University mission is “to assist people to become more competent, purposeful, and ethical through a teaching and learning environment which respects the dignity of all” and the team at Siena supports the Catholic and Dominican mission and identity, which are inspired by the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena.

Position Overview:

The Assistant Professor of Psychology is responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Psychology (for majors and non-majors), maintaining an active program of scholarship, providing service as required, and engaging in professional development.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teaches courses equivalent to 12 semester hours per semester in accordance with relevant academic policies.
• Provides service through committee work, academic advising, and other duties as assigned (e.g. curriculum development, outcomes assessment, recruitment, retention, program review, etc.).
• Maintains an active program of scholarship as evidence of professional accomplishment, including but not limited to seeking external funding opportunities.
• Engages in continued professional development.
• Provides feedback and grades to students on a timely basis.
• Participates in department, division, and all-faculty meetings.
• Attends Fall Convocation, Common Dialogue Day, Scholarship Symposium, Honors Convocation, and Commencement on the Adrian campus each year.
• Participates in faculty workshop weeks in August and May each year.
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair, Assistant Dean, or Dean/VP of Academic Affairs.

Qualifications, Experience, Abilities and Skills Required:

Education/Certification:

• PhD in Psychology or related field. Applicants with ABD and a firm defense date will also be considered.

Professional Experience:

• Experience teaching at the collegiate level preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be committed to teaching excellence in a liberal arts environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Involves working in an office environment infrequently exposed to extreme temperatures, noise, fumes, dust, etc.
• Sitting/standing at desk and working on a computer regularly.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment/technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance

Siena Heights University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law.  Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Siena Heights University will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the organization would result.

Job Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor of Theatrical Design and Technology

Department:  Theatre, Speech, and Dance

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Supervises:  ` Provides functional supervision for contracted labor personnel, students, and/or volunteers to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, federal regulations (Occupational Safety and Health Act [OSHA]), state regulations, and SHU guidelines.

Reports to:  Department Chair for Theatre

Location: Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

About Siena Heights University:

Siena Heights University is a Catholic institution founded by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, and a recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), located in beautiful Adrian, Michigan.  With a student population averaging 1,700 undergraduates and 163 graduate-level students: with approximately 300 employees.  The Siena Heights University mission is “to assist people to become more competent, purposeful, and ethical through a teaching and learning environment which respects the dignity of all” and the team at Siena supports the Catholic and Dominican mission and identity, which are inspired by the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena.

Position Overview:

The faculty member will join an established Theatre Program known for quality productions and the cultivation of student talent on and off the stage.

Essential Responsibilities:

*The position will include design, building and technical direction for the Siena Theatre season of six shows during the academic year plus instructing courses as needed.  For the Fall semester there will be two department productions.  Winter semester will include three department productions and one special production. 

*The candidate must also be able to supervise student workers and supervise production sound and lighting. 

*Provides feedback and grades to students in a timely manner.

*Meets administrative guidelines relating to grading, course scheduling, and office and shop hours.

*Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, mentoring students, working with program development while maintaining flexibility and collaboration with administration and other programs.

*Assists the program in recruitment and retention efforts.

*Participates in learning outcomes assessments and faculty critiques.

*Attends to professional development and scholarly/artistic activity.

*Participates in department, division and faculty meetings, as well as committees, convocations, commencement activities, and faculty workshops.

*Completes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the department chair, assistant dean, and the Provost.

Qualifications, Experience, Abilities and Skills Required:

Education/Certification:

Terminal Degree preferred; master’s degree required. Significant experience in technical theatre design, building and technical direction.  Organizational ability essential for supervising theatre student employees and all production related activities.              

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

*Uses common hand tools, such as a hammer, saw, screwdriver, and other standard theatrical shop tools, including mechanical saws and powered shop equipment.

*Operates a variety of standard office equipment to maintain records and communicate. Enters data or information into a personal computer (PC) to organize and track technical information related to performances.

*Performs physical inventories, moves material weighing up to 100 pounds for distances of up to 100 feet, using proper equipment and/or a cart or other aid to assist.

*Sets up and removes folding tables, chairs, or similar equipment to accommodate ancillary events.

*Works at elevated levels at heights up to 100 feet. Installs, alters, maintains, and repairs wiring and appliances related to sound systems, lighting, or powered stage machinery as directed by supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance

Siena Heights University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law.  Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Siena Heights University will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the organization would result.

Job Title: Nursing Assistant/Associate Professor

Department:  Nursing

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Supervises:  None

Reports to:  Dean of the School of Nursing & Health Sciences

Location: Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

About Siena Heights University:

Siena Heights University is a Catholic institution founded by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, located in beautiful Adrian, Michigan. With a student population averaging 1,700 undergraduates and 163 graduate-level students: with approximately 300 employees. The Siena Heights University mission is “to assist people to become more competent, purposeful, and ethical through a teaching and learning environment which respects the dignity of all” and the team at Siena supports the Catholic and Dominican mission and identity, which are inspired by the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena.

Position Overview:

The Department of Nursing invites applications for a full-time nursing faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning Fall 2025. The Department of Nursing currently offers a prelicensure BSN program, RN to BSN program, and an MSN in Nursing Leadership. The position includes teaching responsibilities in the classroom and clinical setting as well as a commitment to maintain practice, service, and scholarship responsibilities.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Teach nursing didactic, clinical and lab courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in areas of expertise. Workload expectations are 12 credit/contact hours each semester.
2. Create an environment that fosters student learning in all settings and teaching modalities.
3. Develop, conduct, and document appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs as appropriate.
4. Engage in and disseminated scholarship in nursing or related fields.
5. Advise nursing students.
6. Collaborate with department colleagues on strategic planning, program development, and curriculum review.
7. Participate in accreditation, governance, and regulatory review processes of the Department.
8. Serve on school, university, and external professional committees.
9. Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching, research, and service.
10. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the dean.

Qualifications, Experience, Abilities and Skills Required:

Education/Certification:

• Minimum of master’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university; doctoral degree preferred.
• Current unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Michigan or ability to obtain Michigan Licensure.

Professional Experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in nursing practice for the assigned courses.
• Experience teaching nursing courses at the collegiate level required.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in bedside nursing practice required.
• Recent experience (within the past 5 years) in an acute care clinical setting. This requirement can be met through active clinical teaching.
• Demonstrated teaching experience and scholarly achievement for academic appointment.

• Must be committed to teaching excellence in the liberal arts environment.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Integrity, impeccable ethics, initiative, enthusiasm, and the ability to establish trust and credibility.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Passion for the institution’s mission, traditions, and long-term success. Consistently demonstrate the mission, vision, and values of the University.
• Demonstrate commitment and ability to:
  
  • Provide quality customer service.
  • Plan, organize, and remain accountable for actions.
  • Problem-solving utilizing critical thinking skills
  • Function in a confidential manner.
  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to create a health and thriving workplace.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Involves working in an office environment infrequently exposed to extreme temperatures, noise, fumes, dust, etc.

1. Sitting/standing at desk and on computer regularly.
2. Ability to travel to locations throughout the campus regularly, regionally, and beyond on occasion.
3. Ability to operate standard office equipment/technology.
4. Ability to engage in active components of nursing practice in both clinical and simulated clinical environments.
5. Ability to lift and move mannequins as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance

Siena Heights University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law.  Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Siena Heights University will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the organization would result.