Visiting Assistant Professor - 9 MONTH

Closing Date:

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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Required Education and/or Experience:

• Earned Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine or other Medical Doctor degree OR;

• Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) in Biology or related field from an accredited institution.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Prior teaching experience in higher education.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach Biology introductory and core classes;

• Teach upper-level Biology classes, including elective classes;

• Teach introductory and upper-level laboratory courses;

• Willingness to learn about and implement teaching approaches that support the success of all students, not just the ones that will succeed despite their learning environment;

• Curriculum development and implementation;

• Provide service to the Biology Department, the Donaghey College of STEM, and the University.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Committed to students' success as indicated by prior teaching experience and/or mentoring and supervisory experience of employees;

• Knowledge and use of best teaching and safety practices in Biology;

• Ability to use various computer software programs (Google products, BlackBoard, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Zoom, Banner, Boss, Workday, etc.);

• Excellent communication skills;

• Ability to develop course materials and teach in person, hybrid or online platform as required

• Commitment to inclusive teaching;

• Knowledge of simple laboratory Biology equipment;

• Ability to provide effective mentorship.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.

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.