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Role Description

The Postdoctoral Fellowship is a learning role focused on preparing selected candidates with limited to no teaching experience to:

• Teach and mentor effectively.
• Proficiently use online technology and resources to support student learning.
• Complete additional fellowship commitments in a higher education setting.

Fellows are expected to adhere to all Walden University Faculty expectations and engage with the Walden community in ways that reflect and support Walden University’s mission. Fellowship positions are temporary and will last for a period of no more than one year.

Acceptance into the Walden University Postdoctoral Fellowship does not guarantee continued employment beyond the Fellowship program.

Qualifications

• DBA Doctorate in Business Administration or in the field of study or closely related field (or recognized by a country’s Ministry of Education or Counsel of Higher Education).
• Faculty members must have an adequate computer to handle an electronic learning platform, keyboard, pointing device, and computer monitor.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products (MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint), zip software, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Reliable Internet access and alternate access in cases where primary access becomes unavailable.
• Commitment to advocating for the learning and development needs of students in a distance learning environment.
• Commitment to fostering Walden’s Community of Care and Sense of Belonging philosophies.
• Maintain currency with research by reviewing articles, journals, and presentations.
• Must be appropriately credentialed, possess an earned degree from an accredited institution, and may be expected to be licensed or license-eligible to teach in specific programs.

Requirements

• All new Fellows receive specific ongoing training from Walden University in teaching practices, use of an electronic learning platform, and assessment of academic integrity of student work.
• Fellows must successfully complete their training(s) to begin shadowing and teaching.
• Fellows will participate in shadowing a course taught using the Canvas LMS for their first term.
• Fellows are responsible for interacting with students within the Canvas platform.
• Responses to student questions must be posted within 48 hours.
• Substantive feedback on assignment rubrics must be provided within 5 days of submission.
• Fellows participate virtually in a Kick-off, monthly coaching sessions, professional development, and service opportunities.
• Faculty members may be required to attend virtual or in-person Residencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Graduate Course Instruction: $1,560 - $4,080 per Quarter or Semester, depending on the type of course taught and length of course.
• Undergraduate Course Instruction: $700 - $2,200 per quarter, depending on the type of course taught and length of course.
• Other opportunities such as dissertation/doctoral study committee chair positions, research reviewing, and dissertation and doctoral study mentoring.

How to Apply

Submit application, official transcripts, CV, and personal statement that reflects your commitment to teaching, learning, and supporting students’ development and preparation to serve, educate, and inform their communities, especially communities that are traditionally underserved (500-1,000 words).

Additional Information

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation