Adjunct - Education (LDFM)

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice, Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset. Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence. Adjunct Faculty – Various Disciplines   Location:   Arlington, Virginia   Position Type:   Part-Time (Adjunct/Contract)   Reports To:   Department Faculty   At   Marymount University , we believe education transforms lives. Located in the heart of Arlington, Virginia—just minutes from Washington, D.C.—Marymount is a vibrant, mission-driven Catholic university committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement.   We seek passionate professionals who are dedicated to student success, collaboration, and inclusive excellence. Whether in faculty, staff, or administrative roles, our employees play a vital role in shaping the future of our students and strengthening our dynamic campus community.   If you are inspired by purpose-driven   work and   want to make a meaningful impact   o n   the lives of our students,   we invite you to   apply for an adjunct role today!     The Lead Doctoral Faculty Mentor (LDFM) supports doctoral students/candidates as they complete their Dissertation in Practice (DiP) for the EdD program. The LDFM assumes responsibility for providing the doctoral student with constructive feedback on performance related to DiP content and process in a scaffolded manner over the course of five semesters. Reporting to the EdD Program Director and the LDFM Leadership Team, the LDFM ensures that the doctoral student/candidate designs a feasible study and executes a quality applied research dissertation. The LDFM is responsible for mentoring the student over 5-6 semesters beginning in the second year of the student’s program. The LDFM will work with doctoral students/candidates in semesters 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of their program, with most journeys culminating in semester 8 with their DiP presentations. This is a year-round program with continuous support. The LDFM will also be responsible for submitting administrative forms and paperwork in a timely manner to document student progress, guiding the student through chapter design and development, and work collaboratively with teaching faculty in each semester. …