Healthcare Informatics & Administration (Onground) - Adjunct Instructor

Sacred Heart University’s Healthcare Informatics & Administration program in the College of Health Professions invites applications for Adjunct Instructors to teach graduate-level courses in healthcare informatics and related disciplines.

Through well-designed curriculum, the Program prepares students for leadership roles in the complex and dynamic healthcare informatics field. We are committed to academic excellence and to cultivating leadership, integrity, and developing engaged citizenship in our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Through this mission, we will advance the quality and safety of healthcare through the effective use of information technology.

Courses are taught in person at Sacred Heart University's Center for Healthcare Education in Bridgeport, Connecticut. This dedicated healthcare education setting offers adjunct instructors the opportunity to share their expertise with graduate students preparing to lead in an increasingly technology-driven healthcare landscape. Explore the Healthcare Informatics curriculum to learn more about the courses offered.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare for and teach assigned graduate-level courses using the approved curriculum and established course objectives
• Support students in achieving course learning outcomes through effective instruction, engagement, and academic guidance
• Maintain course materials in Blackboard, including syllabi, assignments, grading rubrics, and other required resources
• Evaluate student work, provide timely feedback, and maintain accurate grades and attendance records in accordance with University policies
• Respond to student inquiries within 48 hours and remain reasonably available to meet with students as needed
• Encourage active student participation and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment
• Communicate with the Program Chair regarding course delivery, student progress, and academic concerns
• Fulfill other responsibilities associated with assigned courses

Qualifications:

• An earned master's degree in Informatics, Healthcare Informatics, or a closely related field aligned with the assigned course content
• Demonstrated practical knowledge, subject-matter expertise, and hands-on experience in the field
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, presentation, and communication skills
• Creative thinking, innovation, and effective problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to complete assignments accurately and on time with minimal supervision
• Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred

The successful candidate will contribute to a collegial environment and demonstrate a commitment to the University's mission and values, fostering a learning community in which all students can thrive and succeed.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and relevant examples from courses taught (if applicable). Upon offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to provide one formal letter of recommendation on professional letterhead and an official transcript reflecting their highest earned degree.

Review of applications will be ongoing based on the needs of the department. All application materials must be submitted through Sacred Heart University’s online application portal.

Questions regarding this opportunity may be directed to Dr. Stephen Burrows, Department Chair, burrowss@sacredheart.edu.