Adjunct Faculty - Physical Geology

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Little Rock, ARKANSAS
Job Type: PartTime

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Type of Position:
Adjunct Faculty


Workstudy Position:


No

Job Type:

Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:


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:

School of Physical Science


Department's Website:



Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Adjunct Faculty to teach introductory geology courses at the undergraduate level. This position will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following job duties: Teaching course(s), providing coaching support for students, assessing student-submitted work products, and following course objectives and syllabus prepared for the course. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

  • Master’s Degree.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

  • Master’s Degree in Applied Science, Geology, or a related field;

  • Previous introductory geology teaching experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Teach Physical Geology courses at the undergraduate level;

  • Provide coaching support for students;

  • Assess student-submitted work products;

  • Follow course objectives and syllabus prepared for the course.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

  • Proficiency with office computing software;

  • Ability to teach in an online setting;

  • Ability to work within a team of instructors.


Additional Information:



Salary Information:


Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:


Resume


Optional Documents:



Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:


Jacqueline Willis
Administrative Coordinator
[email protected]
School of Physical Science


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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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:
Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

No