Employment
To be successful at DeSales, you need to believe that relationships with students and colleagues are personal; that knowledge is not the transfer of information, but about the value of learning to contribute to society; that faith and culture are complementary.
We invite you to explore our current career opportunities and culture below. Application information can be found within the individual postings. Of course, if you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to ask.
*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many positions have been temporarily placed on hold.*
Faculty Opportunities
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Adjunct: ACCESS (Adult Studies)
Adjunct: ACCESS (Adult Studies)
Adjunct faculty sought for the following disciplines: Accounting, Criminal Justice, Healthcare Administration, Homeland Security, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, Supply Chain Management. Teaching formats are Online and On-campus/hybrid courses. A Master's degree in the appropriate discipline is required; teaching experience using technology (Blackboard) preferred.
Please send resumes to: Linda Bell, Assistant Director of Lifelong Learning, DeSales University, 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, Pa 18034.
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Adjunct: Biology
The Department of Natural Science at DeSales University seeks to maintain a qualified applicant pool for adjunct faculty to teach Biology lecture and laboratory courses as needed. Courses include General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Immunology and Microbiology. M.S. in Biology is a minimum requirement.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and C.V. to NaturalScience@desales.edu.
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Ms. Carylann Graham
Administrative Assistant, Department of Natural Science
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034 -
Adjunct: Biology – Anatomy and Physiology
The Department of Natural Science at DeSales University is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach Anatomy and Physiology lecture and laboratory in the ACCESS Program for the 2018-2019 Academic Year. The “hybrid” course will feature online lectures and in-person laboratories taught at our Center Valley campus. Teaching experience using technology is preferred. M.S. in Biology is a minimum requirement.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and C.V. to: NaturalScience@desales.edu
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Ms. Carylann Graham
Administrative Assistant
Department of Natural Science
DeSales University,
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034 -
Adjunct: Chemistry
The Department of Natural Science at DeSales University seeks to maintain a qualified applicant pool for adjunct faculty to teach Chemistry lecture and laboratory courses as needed. Courses include General Chemistry, Physiological Chemistry, or Organic Chemistry. M.S. in Chemistry or related field is a minimum requirement.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and C.V. to NaturalScience@desales.edu.
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Ms. Carylann Graham
Administrative Assistant, Department of Natural Science
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034 -
Adjunct: Humanities - Composition & Rhetoric
The Humanities Department at DeSales University seeks to maintain a qualified applicant pool for adjunct faculty to teach courses in the composition & rhetoric courses in the First Year Writing sequence as part of the institution’s general education core curriculum.
An M.A. in literature or writing is a minimum requirement. Must have college-level teaching experience.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to Ms. Maggie Ayala, Director of First Year Writing.
Ms. Maggie Ayala
Humanities Department
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034 -
Adjunct: Humanities - History
The Humanities Department at DeSales University seeks to maintain a qualified applicant pool for adjunct faculty to teach introductory history courses, mainly in the Western Civilization and American Civilization sequence as part of the institution’s general education core curriculum.
An M.A. in history is a minimum requirement. Must have college-level teaching experience.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to Dr. Sarah Nytroe, Humanities Department Chair.
Dr. Sarah Nytroe
Humanities Department
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034 -
Adjunct: Humanities - World Cultures
The Humanities Department at DeSales University seeks to maintain a qualified applicant pool for adjunct faculty to teach World Cultures courses as part of the institution’s general education core curriculum. Cultures and areas covered in the World Cultures courses include: The Hispanic World, Latin-American History & Culture, Latinos in the U.S., South Africa, Irish culture, and Native American culture.
An M.A. in relevant fields is a minimum requirement. Must have college-level teaching experience.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to Dr. Sarah Nytroe, Humanities Department Chair.
Dr. Sarah Nytroe
Humanities Department
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034 -
Adjunct: MBA
Share your experience and expertise with our highly motivated MBA students. Adjunct faculty positions available in the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance, Business Computing, Marketing, Data Analytics. Teaching formats are face to face classes on campus, and Online and Hyrbrid courses. A Master's degree in the appropriate discipline is required; teaching experience using technology (Blackboard) preferred.
Please send resumes to: Mary Ann Falk, Associate Director, MBA Program, DeSales University, 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, Pa 18034.
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Adjunct: Spanish
The Spanish Program at DeSales University seeks to maintain a qualified applicant pool for adjunct faculty to teach Spanish language at all levels, Spanish-for-careers, introduction to linguistics, Interpreting/translating courses as needed.
M.A. in Spanish is a minimum requirement. Must have near-native fluency in Spanish and English and college-level teaching experience.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to Dr. Sarah Nytroe, Humanities Department Chair.
Dr. Sarah Nytroe
Humanities Department
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034 -
Faculty: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
DeSales University Division of Nursing is seeking faculty to teach in the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program. Applicants may be considered for a part-time, joint appointment, or full-time position. Qualified applicants must possess an MSN with national board certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner; PhD or DNP preferred. Release time is available for full-time faculty for continued clinical practice.
The Division of Nursing has been a leader in advanced practice education and is at the forefront of simulation facilities and resources, which allows for multi-modal teaching strategies to allow us to continue our track record of nurse practitioner education success.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, three letters of reference, and copies of transcripts to:
Dr. Carol Gullo Mest, Chair of Graduate Nursing Programs
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034Carol.gullo-mest@desales.edu
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Full Time Faculty: Assistant Professor of Management
DeSales University’s Division of Business, an ACBSP accredited program, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Management beginning Fall 2020. Responsibilities include teaching management, organizational behavior, international business, strategic management, and related courses in our undergraduate and MBA programs. Experience teaching online, and the ability to teach data analytics or supply chain management is a plus. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to combine teaching excellence with scholarly and other appropriate professional activity.
Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. or D.B.A. in management, OB/OT, international business, strategic management or a closely-related discipline (or A.B.D.) strongly preferred. Master’s degrees with extensive industry experience will be considered.
- An interest in teaching in a Catholic liberal arts environment.
- Industry experience in management, operations, and related areas is preferred.
- A clear ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and masters levels in the area of management and related areas.
- Demonstrated ability, or potential, to publish in refereed journals.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, DeSales University actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education.
Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and photocopies of transcripts to:
Dr. Christopher Cocozza, Head, Division of Business
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034-9568Electronic submissions should be emailed to christopher.cocozza@desales.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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Full Time Faculty: Founding Program Director, Speech-Language Pathology
DeSales University is seeking a Founding Director to develop a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology program while pursuing Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) accreditation. The Director will be a demonstrated leader who shares our Salesian values of gentleness, humility, gratitude, wisdom and inclusivity. Reporting to the Division Head, Healthcare Programs and Graduate Dean, the Director will develop a mission-driven program that complements our portfolio of successful healthcare and nursing programs.
The Director will be responsible for the following:
- lead the planning, curriculum development, program management and implementation of the new master’s level program in speech language pathology.
- collaborate with the university leadership to further define program needs, including the development of a clinic.
- oversee the accreditation process to ensure standards are met, reports are submitted and compliance is achieved.
- recruit and oversee highly-qualified teaching and clinical faculty. Conduct assessment of faculty and curriculum for the department.
- establish and cultivate partnerships with appropriate providers for student clinical experiences.
- market and promote the graduate program in collaboration with the marketing and admissions teams.
- partner with the Dean, Undergraduate Studies and relevant Department Chairs to develop appropriate undergraduate prerequisite coursework.
- work with health science and nursing faculty to develop inter-professional education (IPE) experiences.
- oversee budget planning and fiscal management for the program.
- maintain competence and demonstrate pursuit of lifelong learning.
Qualified candidates must possess:
- an earned doctorate (PhD, EdD or clinical doctorate) and a graduate degree in speech-language pathology
- current American Speech – Language Hearing Association (ASHA) certification in speech-language pathology
- Pennsylvania state licensure or willingness to pursue state licensure
- teaching experience in speech-language pathology coursework
Rank for this twelve-month position is commensurate with relevant experience and scholarly achievement. Application review will begin immediately – the position will remain open until filled.
Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation and photocopies of transcripts to:
Ron Nordone, Dean, Graduate Education
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034-9558or ron.nordone@desales.edu
Full-Time Employee Benefits
We provide a competitive benefits package to attract and maintain our excellent workforce.
Medical Plans
DeSales University offers a choice of medical plans through Highmark: PPO Blue Plan (zero deductible), PPO Blue Plan with a deductible ($500/$1500 maximum per family deductible). The University contributes various dollar amounts toward health care premiums. Coverage is available the first of the month after a full-time employee’s date of hire.
According to the DeSales University Spousal Coordination of Benefits Policy, Spouses of employees are ineligible for University coverage in any health care insurance plan if such spouse is eligible for coverage at his/her place of employment.
Life Insurance
Dental Plan
Retirement Plans
Flexible Spending Plan
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Tuition Benefits
Other University Benefits
Discount at the DeSales Campus Store on selected items.
Discount on prepared food and beverages from DeSales University Dining (when using a University Card).
The University Library is available for use by staff members.
Athletic Facilities are available to staff members for their use at times when the facilities are not being used by the University or by authorized rentals. Spouses of employees are also eligible.