Position Description:

The College of Nursing and Health Professions (CONHP) at Valparaiso University invites applications for an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Health Science. This is a semester-by-semester appointment teaching one to two courses per semester. 

This position is an adjunct appointment, beginning August 2026. The responsibilities of this position include teaching undergraduate courses in the Health Science program. The successful candidate will hold an earned master's degree in a health-related field.

Major Responsibilities:

• Teaching in the health science program.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Master's degree in a health-related field
• Two to three years of teaching experience
• In-classroom teaching

Additional Information:

• Valparaiso University is a distinguished private university of 2,500 students located in Valparaiso, IN, one hour southeast of downtown Chicago. Candidates should be interested in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition. The College of Nursing and Health Professions has programs in nursing (BSN and DNP), healthcare leadership (BSHL), health administration (MHA), health science (BSHS), public health (BSPH and MPH), physician assistant studies (MSPA), and occupational therapy (DrOT, OTD).
• To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy that indicates teaching experience and pedagogical approaches. All application materials should be submitted via SilkRoad. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For specific questions or additional information about the search, contact Dr. Phrosini Samis-Smith at phrosini.samissmith@valpo.edu or 219.464.5295.
• Valparaiso University does not unlawfully discriminate and aims to employ individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to help constitute a diverse community. Its entire EOE policy can be found at: https://www.valpo.edu/general-counsel/policies/equal-opportunity-policy/
• Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds. In addition to strong academic qualifications and excellence in teaching, the University highly values experience in working across cultural and other significant differences.
• Employment at Valparaiso University will require a satisfactory criminal background check.

All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.

To be considered for this position, you must upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of 3 professional references
• Answer all application questions

Please address the cover letter to:

Phrosini P. Samis-Smith, Assistant Dean for Health Professions
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana