Adjunct Lecturer/Biology-4

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Department of Biology at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Adjunct Lecturer to teach courses and manage all aspects of the classroom and/or laboratory experience. The lecturer will communicate course content, follow course outlines, assess student learning, provide timely feedback, and hold office hours or other organized times to meet students in person or via Zoom. The position is governed by state and federal laws and university policy.

The lecturer may teach introductory and advanced Biology courses, including Introductory Anatomy and Physiology, Evolutionary & Environmental Biology, and Invertebrate Zoology. The role includes teaching for the entire university semester and may involve main-campus day, evening, and/or online courses.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and manage classroom and/or laboratory experiences.
• Communicate course content and follow the course outline.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback.
• Hold office hours or organized meetings with students in person or via Zoom as needed.
• Answer student emails and general inquiries.
• Meet with the course lead instructor or Department Chair to facilitate successful course delivery.
• Grade student assignments in a timely manner.
• Commit to teaching for the entire university semester.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level