Employment

Faculty Opportunities

• Library Director

  DeSales University seeks to hire a visionary leader of its Trexler Library, and invites applications for a full-time, 12-month academic appointment of the Director of the Library to begin in June/July 2021. Applicants with a Master’s Degree in Library Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association as well as a minimum of five years of administrative experience, preferably in a higher education setting, will be considered.  Applicants should clearly state experience in administration, leadership, strategic planning, budget, communications, technology, staff development, library science, and higher education.  Applications will be considered immediately and accepted until the position is filled. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

  The Director of the Library reports to the Provost and has faculty status without a tenure option. 

  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Articulates and implements a vision for the future of the library providing strategic leadership of the coordination and management of library services aimed to support teaching, learning and research;
  • Engages in scholarly activity and professional development to foster continued growth in the field of library science including the review and research of emerging technology and trends in university libraries;
  • Manages the library support available for undergraduate and graduate programs, both full- and part-time;
  • Partners closely with all academic programs to support faculty research, scholarship, curriculum, teaching, service, and student learning;
  • ·Oversees library operations including planning, budgeting, and assessment while serving as an advocate for library resources;Manages several direct reports which include librarians and other part-time library staff;
  • ·Plans and evaluates all library services and programs in consultation with the librarians;
  • Holds the final responsibility for all collection development and deselection decisions for monographs, serials, databases and software; 
  • Facilitates the development of online archives;
  • Creates proposals for the execution of programs that would enhance the academic programs of the University;
  • Produces timely library communications for the University community;
  • Regularly meets with fellow library directors from the Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges (LVAIC), a regional consortium of six colleges and universities;
  • Completes yearly assessment of all library instruction and research support provided to University students, staff, and faculty;
  • Serves on University Committees as appointed by the Provost;
  • Collaboratively coordinates with the Academic Resource Center to provide tutoring space; and,
  • Provides timely feedback to the Provost and Academic Affairs staff regarding library programs and proposals.

  Special Qualifications

  • Commitment to the Salesian, Catholic mission and core values of DeSales University
  • Strong written, oral, organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and customer service communication skills
  • Exceptional leadership skills, with a proven track record in efficient and effective management of multiple projects/tasks
  • Advanced proficiency in computer applications
  • Sophisticated competency in current and developing library practices, including the support and utilization of emerging technologies
  • Administrative experience in higher education, including an ability to work with individuals from all levels in the organizational structure
  • Knowledge of and experience with grant writing initiatives
  • Curriculum development experience that includes the use of various instructional modalities
  • Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a diverse population that makes up the University community

  Applicants should email a cover letter outlining your interest in and qualifications for the position, a diversity & inclusion statement*, a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and copies of all transcripts (official transcripts will be required, if hired) to Academic.Affairs@desales.edu.  In the subject line of the email, please only include your last name and Library Director.

  *As a Catholic, Salesian institution committed to creating and enhancing our diverse and inclusive campus environment, we request applicants to submit a diversity & inclusion statement: please share in one page or less, how you will add value to our diversity, equity and inclusion commitment at DeSales University by articulating examples of action based on incorporating diverse and inclusive practices in your professional engagements. 

• Full Time Faculty: Nursing

  The Division of Nursing at DeSales University invites applications for a full-time faculty, tenure track, Nursing position.  Candidates with a Ph.D. or Ed.D., with a proven track record in teaching undergraduate nursing fundamentals and physical assessment courses, and the ability to teach in MSN and DNP, will be considered.  

  Candidates should submit a cover letter indicating their interests and suitability, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and unofficial academic transcripts (official graduate transcripts would be required later). 

  Please send all application materials to Dr. Mary Elizabeth Doyle-Tadduni at maryelizabeth.tadduni@desales.edu.  Review of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Full Time Faculty: Anatomy & Cadaver Lab Manager

  The Division of Healthcare Professions at DeSales University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in gross anatomy and cadaver lab manager, to begin during summer 2021.

  Duties will consist of teaching gross anatomy, both lecture and lab components.  These courses may be a part of the curriculum for various programs at the university, such as the master of science in physician assistant studies, the doctor of physical therapy program, master of science in speech-language pathology, and undergraduate programs in neuroscience, biology, and nursing.  Important components of the position will be the ability to manage and coordinate a cadaveric lab, including the procurement and preparation of donors, and the possible scheduling of the lab for use by entities external to the university.  This management will also include supervision of a lab technician who assists in maintaining the lab.   

  Salary and rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and training. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and documented excellence in teaching cadaveric human anatomy. The candidate is required to have a MS in anatomy or related basic science, but a terminal degree is preferred.  The position will report to the Department Chair of Sport and Exercise Physiology in the Division of Healthcare Professions. 

  Applications will be considered immediately and accepted until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching, statement of research, and three letters of reference, to Dr. Wayne Stuart, Division Head of Healthcare Professions at Wayne.Stuart@desales.edu.

• 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. Angelica Silva
  Humanities Department
  DeSales University
  2755 Station Avenue
  Center Valley, PA 18034

  Or Angelica.Silva@desales.edu

• Adjunct: Communication (Public Speaking and Public Relations)

  DeSales University's Communication and Health Communication Programs housed in the Division of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences is seeking qualified part-time faculty to staff courses in the Fall 2021 semester, including public speaking and public relations. The qualified applicant should have an education background in the fundamentals of the communication discipline; specialization in health communication, digital marketing, and/or media are welcome. 

  A M.A. in Communication is a minimum requirement. Must have college-level teaching experience.

  Interested applicants should send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to:
  Dr. Sarah Nytroe 
  Division Head of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
  DeSales University
  2755 Station Avenue
  Center Valley, PA 18034 

  Electronic submissions should be emailed to Sarah.Nytroe@desales.edu.

  Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.

• 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.

  Or

  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

  Or

  Ms. Carylann Graham
  Administrative Assistant
  Department of Natural Science
  DeSales University,
  2755 Station Avenue
  Center Valley, PA 18034

• 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.

  Or

  Ms. Carylann Graham
  Administrative Assistant, Department of Natural Science
  DeSales University
  2755 Station Avenue
  Center Valley, PA 18034

• 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: Jennifer.vorhis@desales.edu