Adjunct Lecturer Biology

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Type of Position:

Adjunct FacultyNo

Job Type:

Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

STEM Finance

Summary of Job Duties:

The Department of Biology is seeking an Adjunct Lecturer to teach classes and manage all aspects of the classroom and/or laboratory experience. Communicate content to students, follow the course outline, assess student learning, provide timely student feedback, and hold office hours or organized times to meet students in person or via Zoom. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• MS in Biology or a related field;
• College teaching experience as instructor of record;
• Willingness to teach main campus day, evening, and/or online courses.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• PhD in Biology or a related field;
• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level;
• College teaching experience as instructor of record for lecture and laboratory courses.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching courses, holding office hours/meetings with students via Zoom if needed, and answering student emails/general inquiries;
• Meeting with the lead instructor of the course or Department Chair to facilitate the course successfully;
• Grading student assignments in a timely manner;
• Commitment to teaching the entire university semester.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer literacy and practical knowledge of current technology (including Blackboard and Zoom);
• Strong commitment to effective teaching;
• Ability to teach introductory and advanced-level classes in Biology, including Introductory Anatomy and Physiology, Evolutionary & Environmental Biology, and Invertebrate Zoology;
• Good organizational skills and timeliness in responding to student inquiries;
• Ability to respond to the needs of students from a variety of educational backgrounds in a multicultural environment;
• Ability to deliver course instruction and content through a variety of teaching/learning styles.

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Sinéad Ni Chadhain
Chair of Biology
[email protected]

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

No