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The College of Indigenous Studies is looking for adjunct faculty/part-time instructors. This position is unique as multiple campuses (Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) within the College of Indigenous Studies may be hiring from this pool of applicants. Duties include: instructing and advising students in the related area, developing a course outline, syllabus, teaching materials, and exams as needed. The subject areas include, but are not limited to:
Accounting, Alaska Native Languages, Alaska Native Studies, Anthropology, Applied Art, Applied Business, Art, Automotive, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Communication, Computer Information and Office Systems, Culinary Arts, Developmental Education, Early Childhood Education, Education, Emergency Medical Services, English, Fire Science, Health, History. Human Services, Journalism, Justice, Library Science, Linguistics, Mathematics, Natural Resources Management, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Recreation, Rural Development, Rural Human Services, Social Work, Tribal Management, Welding and Material Technology
Classes can meet during the daytime, evening, and/or weekends, flexible schedules are available.
To excel in this role strong communication skills are essential for effective interaction with colleagues and students. Attention to detail is critical for maintaining accuracy in tasks like course preparation and grading. A proactive problem-solving approach, coupled with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic academic environment, is crucial for meeting deadlines and achieving educational objectives. Adaptability and a willingness to learn are also important attributes, ensuring high standards of teaching quality and student engagement.
Candidates will be evaluated on the suitability of their academic preparation, past teaching experience, and potential for providing high-quality instruction to undergraduate students.
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters in subject area preferred, but at minimum, demonstrated experience and expertise in the identified subject areas required.
Position Details:
This is a part-time, adjunct-represented temporary position. New hires will be placed on the adjunct salary schedule as outlined in the UNAD CBA , based on education and experience.
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application.
This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year and applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.
The University of Alaska (UA) requires employees to work on-site based on operational and business needs. Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be considered only for positions specifically designated and advertised as eligible for hybrid or remote work. Any approved arrangement will be based on the position's duties, operational needs, and the employee's ability to effectively perform the work remotely.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
This is an at-will, union represented adjunct position, and may be canceled based upon the needs of the university.
This position is represented by United Academic - Adjuncts, AAUP-AFT/AFL-CIO.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance with completing this application or at any stage of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada@alaska.edu .
The University of Alaska ( www.alaska.edu ) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination ( www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination ) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bryan Hoppough, College Of Indigenous Studies HR Coordinator, at behoppough@alaska.edu or 907-474-6569.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
Access to the reports is available at:
UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety . Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu