Visiting Assistant Professor - 9 MONTH

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Type of Position:

Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

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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Department:

Biology

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Summary of Job Duties:

The visiting assistant professor will be a 9-month appointment in the Department of Biology for the 2025-2026 academic year. They will teach lower-level Biology classes, core courses (e.g., BIOL 1401), and upper-level biology classes, including electives. The successful candidate is expected to have expertise in areas relevant to human health, such as clinical biology, microbiology, immunology, physiology, or toxicology. The instructor’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, preparing course plans and material, monitoring student progress, reporting grades, and writing reports. The ideal candidate is expected to demonstrate an ability or willingness to use evidence-based teaching practices that foster an environment of inclusivity for the diverse student body at UA Little Rock. The job may require serving on appropriate department, college, or University committees. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

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 pr