Assistant Director of the Honors Program

Overview:

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of the Honors Program, which is a 12-month administrative position. The workload for the position is 75% administrative and 25% teaching (inclusive of teaching 6 credits per year). The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

The Assistant Director of Honors will provide program development, logistical support for co-curricular programing, events planning, student advising, and teaching the introductory courses in Quinnipiac University’s growing and diverse Honors Program. The Assistant Director will be expected to teach the equivalent of two Honors courses per year, in the candidate’s field of expertise as well as in general Honors education.

About Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X. Responsibilities:

• Management of co-curricular programming, working directly with students and the Honors Program directors, to increase the Honors Program's contribution to student success.
• Teach 6 credits per year (equivalent to two courses); one course in the fall and one course in the spring term.  The Assistant Director will teach the introduction to honors seminar, and (with the consultation of the Department Chair and in light of Departmental/School needs) teach Honors courses within the field of specialization.
• Have a key role in providing yearly reports, tracking student degree progress and retention, creating surveys, and analyze data.
• Advise and mentor Honors students on class schedules and progress in the Honors program.
• Collaborate with the Administrative Director and work study students to ensure smooth operation of daily tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

• Master’s degree required. The field of expertise is open, but degree or teaching experience in STEM, health science, humanities or social science is preferred.

 Qualifications

• Experience in undergraduate-level teaching, and evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior experience in administering and organizing co-curricular programming.
• A passion for working with and contributing to the development of high-achieving students, commitment to inclusive excellence, and commitment to the development of an exemplary program.
• Experience using Qualtrics software is preferred
• Experience with grant writing and grant management is desired.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.