Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our Adjunct Faculty team beginning the Fall 2026 semester and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Hudson Valley Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applicants from minorities and women. Teaching assignments may include weekend, evening, and online.

To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not sponsor Visas. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check. 

Department: Cardiorespiratory and EMS 

Adjunct Instructor, Healthcare Ethics HV-ADJ-CEMF26

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in an allied health field, Social Work, Medical Ethics Community Health or Public Health or other discipline relevant to the course from an accredited college or university and have a minimum total of 3 years of experience in their field. 

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES: The Adjunct faculty – Healthcare Ethics reports to  the Department Chairperson of Cardiorespiratory and EMS department

•    Must maintain current knowledge of professional specialty and educational methodology through continuing professional development.
•    Develop and/or follow course outline for the Healthcare Ethics (CMHL 115 course) according to college policy 
•    Instruct the Healthcare Ethics course in accordance with college policies. 
•    Communicate student issues to the Department Chairperson whenever necessary.
•    Conduct conferences with the students experiencing problems.
•    Act as a resource by suggesting additional material that can be used to enhance the Healthcare Ethics course.
•    Report Gen Ed results each year as required and participate in developing action plans to improve student outcomes in the Healthcare Ethics course
•    Submit last date of attendance, midterm grades and final grades by submission deadlines
•    Approve Kronos time documentation by submission due dates
•    Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner to provide student feedback prior to when future assignments become due.
•    At the direction of the Department Chairperson, faculty shall perform duties as specified in the Faculty Contract. 

The Hourly Rate is $101.53. 

To apply please visit www.hvcc.edu/jobs and complete our online application before the close date of July 22, 2026.

If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans 

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.