Adjunct Faculty

Position Title Adjunct Instructor – Faculty (Non‑Tenure) Job Summary Adjunct instructors may teach non‑credit workforce, technical, business, leadership, and professional development courses offered through the Center for Economic Development. Instructional areas may include (but are not limited to) industrial technology, advanced manufacturing, industrial maintenance, PLCs, robotics, electrical systems, mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics, welding, machining, OSHA/safety, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, leadership, supervision, communication, project management, entrepreneurship, and customized training for business and industry. Position Type Faculty – Non‑Tenure, Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term) Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with occasional overtime and travel required. Responsibilities Provide classroom and online instruction. Assess and evaluate student learning. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork and providing leadership to subordinates. Attend consistently and on time. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Master’s degree in the discipline or a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in the subject area; courses leading to a master’s require a doctorate degree. Associate’s degree and related work experience required for instructors in occupational and technical areas. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Current knowledge of the relevant discipline. Good organizational skills and timeliness in responding to student inquiries. Ability to respond to learners from a variety of educational backgrounds in a multicultural environment. Ability to deliver course outcomes and content through a variety of teaching/learning styles. Ability to use technology effectively in teaching. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students and colleagues. Background Check Requirements Criminal background check, motor vehicle registry check, and depending on the area of study may also include a drug screen, child maltreatment check, and proof of immunizations. Compensation Dependent upon department. Application Materials Cover Letter / Letter of Application Resume List of three Professional References (name, email, business title) Optional: Proof of Veteran Status Benefits Benefits are not offered for this position. Additional Information Work performed primarily in an office setting. Employee sits for extended periods and may occasionally stand, walk, and lift items up to 50 pounds. Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision when focusing on a computer screen. Hearing and speaking are required. The position is a pool role; applicants will be contacted as positions become available. Working Relationships Work with a dynamic team of faculty, staff, and students in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment. May also have contact with vendors, personnel from other agencies and institutions, and the general public. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Applicants 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.