APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is pleasing to God and edifying to one another.

The Department of History and Political Science invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach courses at the undergraduate level.  CURRENTLY SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR THE HIGH DESERT REGIONAL CAMPUS.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibility of adjunct faculty is to deliver instruction in the manner determined by the department. In addition, faculty responsibilities may include:

• Preparation of syllabus and teaching of curriculum according to the goals and objectives of the department.

• Student advising and office hours in relation to the course load carried, and as assigned in the faculty teaching assignment.

• Participation in faculty meetings and departmental activities as identified by the department chair or program director, and assigned in the adjunct faculty contract.

• Determine student mastery of material and assign final course grades from evaluation of tests, quizzes, homework, and other assignments and activities related to course material.

• Responsible for daily electronic timekeeping as it applies to the scope of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a master’s or terminal degree in the field of instruction or related area.

• Preferred experience includes teaching at the college or university level.

• The ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.

• A demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Azusa Pacific University.

WORKLOAD

Assigned teaching duties will not exceed 9 units per semester; office hours and additional duties may be assigned. Total workload will not exceed 29 hours per week, nor 24 units per 12-month period.

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.

• Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.

• Self-starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills Required Experience

The Systems Engineer responsibilities include:

• Support technical interface and coordination with stakeholders on all processes involved in Systems Engineering. System engineering tasks include: requirements definition, functional analysis, trade studies, design synthesis, configuration management, verification and validation, and cost, risk, and logistics analyses, Technical Performance Management, and Performance Verification (V&V).
• Provides input to technical oversight of research, development, design, and integration efforts.
• Support the development of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) through demonstrated understanding of MCSC Change Initiation Processes.
• Support the development, revision, and update of systems engineering documents such as Information Support Plan, Systems Engineering Plan, Test and Evaluation Plan, and Systems Performance Specifications.
• Coordinate and support Engineering Integrated Product Teams and develop meeting minutes as required.
• Support coordination and development, and execution of Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR).
• Assist with conducting Functional and Configuration Audits. Develop closeout memoranda.
• Assist in identifying, assessing, and documenting technical risks.
• Assist in providing engineering input to the Program Integrated Government Schedules.
• Provide engineering input to program briefs.
• Broad understanding of system engineering management processes and experience in system engineering practice.
• Ability to work in a face paced environment.
• Excellent customer facing and internal communications skills
• Effective writing skills
• Excellent MS Office skills to include, but not limited to MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Experience working in a Marine Corps Systems Command Program Office or similar organization
• Excellent technical communications skills, and understanding of the Marine Corps mission.