Join Us in Transforming Healthcare Education.

At Joyce University, work is more than a job — it’s a shared commitment to excellence, growth, and purpose. Since 1979, we’ve been dedicated to one mission: preparing people to serve as competent professionals, advance their careers, and pursue lifelong learning. That same dedication extends to our people.

We’re proud to be recognized among Utah’s Best Companies to Work For, but what truly defines us is our culture — built on integrity, service, learning, and caring. We invest deeply in our team’s personal and professional growth, creating a workplace that celebrates success, values connection, and believes in the potential of every individual.

Here, your expertise helps students build the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in healthcare education. Your voice matters. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom.

About the Role

Joyce University is seeking a passionate and student-centered Pathophysiology and Pharmacology Adjunct Faculty to join our General Education team in a fully remote teaching environment.

In this role, you will teach Pathophysiology and Pharmacology courses on a term-to-term basis while helping students build the foundational knowledge they need to succeed in nursing. You’ll engage, support, and challenge students through meaningful online instruction that connects scientific and pharmacological concepts to their future roles as healthcare professionals.

This opportunity is ideal for educators who are energized by teaching, committed to student success, and excited to contribute to a collaborative and mission-driven academic community.

What You’ll Do

Create an Engaging, Student-Centered Learning Experience

• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive online learning environment.
• Interact with students fairly, professionally, and compassionately.
• Support and assess student academic achievement and growth.
• Encourage curiosity, analytical thinking, participation, and meaningful discussion.
• Help students connect pathophysiology and pharmacology concepts to their future healthcare careers.
• Motivate students to advance their education and achieve their academic goals.
• Provide encouragement and proactive support to students who may be struggling or disengaged.

Deliver High-Quality Online Instruction

• Teach assigned Pathophysiology and Pharmacology asynchronous courses in alignment with course objectives and university standards.
• Ensure courses are accurate, organized, and fully prepared before student engagement begins.
• Present complex scientific and pharmacological concepts in ways that are engaging, accessible, and relevant to students.
• Utilize effective instructional strategies and learning technologies to support student learning.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Grade assignments within 72 hours of submission.
• Maintain an active faculty presence through announcements, discussion participation, and weekly course engagement.
• Hold at least one hour of virtual office hours each week.
• Record and share weekly course overview videos to provide context, reinforce key concepts, and support student success.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback that helps students understand their progress and areas for growth.

Support Academic Excellence & Collaboration

• Adhere to university policies, academic standards, course requirements, and faculty expectations.
• Accurately maintain grades, attendance, and student records.
• Communicate proactively with Student Services and academic leadership regarding student concerns or course-related issues.
• Participate in faculty meetings, department activities, and university events as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty and colleagues across the university to support student outcomes and academic excellence.
• Contribute to curriculum and course improvement initiatives as appropriate.

Commit to Professional Growth

• Stay current in Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and related areas through continuing education, professional organizations, conferences, research, and professional reading.
• Participate in faculty development and curriculum improvement initiatives.
• Explore effective and innovative teaching methods and share best practices with colleagues.
• Pursue lifelong learning that strengthens both subject-matter expertise and instructional excellence.

Why You’ll Love It Here

We know that when our people feel supported, they do their best work — and that directly impacts our students.

That’s why we foster a culture built around:

• Flexibility and work-life balance in a fully remote environment
• Purpose-driven work that directly supports future healthcare professionals
• Opportunities for professional development and lifelong learning
• Collaboration with experienced faculty and academic leaders
• A welcoming and mission-focused community where your expertise is valued
• The opportunity to help students build the knowledge and confidence they need to pursue healthcare careers

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, Nursing, Biology, a related health science discipline, or another closely related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in Pathophysiology and Pharmacology.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills.
• Comfort with online learning platforms and virtual instruction.
• Passion for teaching, student development, and supporting student success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or other terminal professional degree.
• 2–3 years of higher education teaching experience, preferably in Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, or a related discipline.
• Previous online teaching experience.
• Experience teaching students preparing for careers in nursing or other healthcare professions.

Why Joyce University?

When you join Joyce University, you become part of a team that is deeply committed to making a difference — for students, for healthcare, and for one another.

Compensation and Teaching Assignment Details:

Adjunct faculty positions at Joyce University are semester-based contract teaching opportunities designed to support a dynamic and student-centered learning experience. Compensation is determined based on several factors, including academic credentials, professional and teaching experience, course assignment, credit hours, and instructional delivery format. Teaching assignments and compensation are finalized throughout the hiring process based on candidate qualifications, instructional strengths, course availability, and departmental needs.

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about education, inspired by meaningful work, and ready to help students build the foundation for successful healthcare careers, we’d love to hear from you.

Together, we’re building a future where every student — and every team member — can, should, and will succeed.