Summary

Regis College is seeking a highly qualified, energetic adjunct faculty member to teach Environmental Public Health, a course that introduces undergraduate students to the relationships between environmental factors and human health. This includes preparing and delivering lectures, leading discussions, and assessing student performance through assignments and exams. The course includes  topics such as air and water quality, toxicology, epidemiology, environmental policy, and sustainability.

PBH 300 – Environmental Health is a class designed for undergraduates who are majors in public health or any other student with an interest in the topic. Class may be remote asynchronous, hybrid or in-person.

Essential Functions

Teaching & Course Delivery

• Deliver engaging instruction in Environmental Public Health across in-person and/or asynchronous online formats
• Facilitate discussions, activities, and applied learning exercises (e.g., case studies, data analysis)

Course Preparation & Curriculum

• Develop and/or update syllabi
• Update lectures, readings, assignments, and assessments on topics such as environmental exposures, epidemiology, and public health policy
• Ensure course materials reflect current science, regulations, and best practices

Student Engagement & Support

• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Communicate regularly with students via email, LMS, or in-class interactions
• Hold office hours (virtual and/or in-person) to support student learning

Assessment & Feedback

• Design and grade assignments, quizzes, exams, and projects in a timely manner
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to support student progress
• Monitor student performance and identify those needing additional support

Learning Management System (LMS) Use

• Manage course content, due dates, announcements, grades, and communications within the Regis College LMS system (e.g., Moodle)
• Ensure asynchronous courses are well-organized, accessible, and easy to navigate

Compliance & Administration

• Adhere to institutional policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements
• Submit grades and required reports by established deadlines
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance

Professional Responsibilities

• Stay current in Environmental Public Health topics and teaching best practices
• Meet with program director as needed 
• Collaborate with program director on curriculum alignment and improvements
• Uphold the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.