Minimum Qualifications A master’s degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization and promise of teaching success and of scholarly or artistic achievements; a candidate without a master’s degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of instructional responsibility, and the recommendation for appointment must contain a statement of this equivalence. The rank of Instructor is not a tenure-eligible appointment. No one may hold the rank of instructor on a full-time continuous appointment for more than three (3) years or for more than two (2) years with one (1) or more years of prior full-time four (4) year college or university teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written modalities. Annual HIPAA training. Annual sexual harassment prevention training. FERPA training. Criminal background check. Livescan fingerprinting as required. An earned doctorate or terminal degree in the field of specialization. Published research in the field of specialization. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.