Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Anatomy and Physiology Instruction, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences [R0153614]
About The Position
The Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences (KNS) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking an experienced instructor for a non-tenure track, 9-month Assistant Professor-in-Residence position. The primary responsibility will be to deliver lectures and laboratory instruction in Anatomy and Physiology to large lecture sections. The goal is to foster high student success and mastery of concepts relevant to Kinesiology and other healthcare fields. Summer teaching is available for additional compensation. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening and a credit check.
Requirements
- Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, etc.) from an accredited college or university.
- At least one year of university teaching experience.
- Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.
Nice To Haves
- At least 3 years of teaching experience.
- Experience teaching anatomy and physiology at the undergraduate level.
- Expertise in the development and delivery of instruction.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based and research-informed teaching practices.
- Experience with the development and application of active learning strategies.
- Strong communication skills.
- Evidence of successful collaboration with an instructional team.
- Willingness to support and participate in programmatic assessment.
- Experience with first-generation college students and students from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds.
- Previous coordination of multiple class sections.
Responsibilities
- Deliver lectures and laboratory instruction in Anatomy and Physiology.
- Provide innovative instruction to large lecture sections of students.
- Ensure high student success and mastery of concepts relevant to Kinesiology and other healthcare fields.
- Support and participate in programmatic assessment.
- Coordinate multiple class sections (preferred).
Benefits
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
