Adjunct Faculty - Health Promotion, Education, and Ethics

Job Posting Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Health Promotion, Education, and Ethics, School of Health Sciences

Job Description:

KGI is seeking applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach Health Promotion, Education, and Ethics for the Doctor of Medical Science program (DMSc) in the School of Health Sciences (SHS). This program is taught asynchronously online.

Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) was founded in 1997 as the first higher education institution in the United States dedicated exclusively to education and research related to the applied life sciences. KGI offers innovative postgraduate degrees and certificates that integrate life and health sciences, business, pharmacy, engineering, and genetics, focusing on industry projects, hands-on industry experiences, and team collaborations. KGI employs an entrepreneurial approach and industry connections that allow students to become leaders in healthcare and the applied life sciences.

Located in beautiful Claremont, California, KGI is a member of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate liberal arts colleges, two graduate institutions, and The Claremont Colleges Services, which provides shared institutional support services. Each nationally recognized college has its own campus, students and faculty, and distinctive mission, and each offers top-notch curricula, small classes, distinguished professors, and personalized instruction. The Claremont Colleges consistently place at the top of national college rankings, including Forbes, Money and U.S.  News and World Report, and the Princeton Review.

Education and Experience:

The position requires a DMSc, PhD in a health-science field, MD, DO or a related discipline.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:  Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Develop, teach, and maintain assigned courses related to health promotion, disease prevention, health behavior theories, and patient education strategies, ensuring alignment with program goals and accreditation requirements.
• Instruct students in foundational and contemporary issues in biomedical ethics, including clinical decision-making, cultural competence, and professional conduct.
• Incorporate relevant examples from clinical and healthcare settings to illustrate application of course content.
• Support students in developing ethically sound, culturally competent, and evidence-based health education strategies for diverse populations.
• Guide ethical reflection and discussion around controversial or complex medical topics (e.g., end-of-life care, autonomy, health equity).
• Adapt instructional strategies to support adult learners in a professional doctoral program.
• Provide timely, constructive, and scholarly feedback aligned with course rubrics and doctoral expectations.
• Maintain open lines of communication via email, LMS, or virtual meetings.
• Upload course materials, manage grades, and communicate with students via the institution’s LMS (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard).
• Monitor student progress and engagement using LMS tools.
• Participate in adjunct faculty meetings, course evaluations, and curriculum updates as requested.
• Coordinate with lead faculty or program directors on course improvements and student outcomes.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Expertise in health promotion, disease prevention, health behavior theories, and patient education strategies.
• Ability to teach online using active learning pedagogies and advise team-based projects.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and present complex issues to diverse individuals and groups.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer, online system, and web skills.
• Strong work ethic and team-based approach to working in a high-volume environment.
• Positive, welcoming personality with demonstrated customer service experience.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work comfortably, respectfully, and competently with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Hours, Classification, and Status: 

This is a part-time, exempt, adjunct faculty position and is not eligible for benefits.

Schedules will vary depending on course assignments and the needs of the department or the Institute.

The base salary range for this position is $2,500 - $15,000 per semester depending on credits per course.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to maintain good concentration level while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans.  Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time.  Standing for extended periods of time. Reaching and extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.  Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than the whole hand(s), or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.  Communication skills using the spoken word. Ability to see within normal parameters.  Ability to hear within normal parameters.  Ability to bend and stoop, for example, to file.  Ability to move about.  Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs., for example to lift or move office supplies, files, books and packages. 

Ability to travel locally as needed to meet business requirements, which may include driving or other modes of transportation. Occasionally, will be required to stand for prolonged periods of time at activities/events on and off-campus. 

To Apply:

A confidential review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. To be ensured full consideration, please upload a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references (a manager, a direct report, if applicable, and a coworker).

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

Keck Graduate Institute is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all terms and conditions of employment.

Employment Eligibility:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. No visa sponsorship is available from Keck Graduate Institute.

KGI is a participating employer in E-Verify and uses the system to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees as required by federal law. For more information about E-Verify, please visit www.e-verify.gov.