Human Rights Professor Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Number of Vacancies: 1
Area of Consideration: Open to the Public
Employment Status: Part -Time, Temporary
Pay Plan, Series & Grade: ES0000/0000/01
Salary Range: $950 per credit hour
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Location: 5171 South Dakota Avenue, N.E. Washington, DC 20017
Brief Description of Duties
The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The Department of Nursing, Allied Health, Life and Physical Science at the University of the District of Columbia Community College invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Respiratory Therapy Program at this HBCU in the Nation's capital.
Incumbents must teach all assigned classes and hours as determined by semester course schedule; Incumbents will be required to prepare and deliver relevant curriculum to students in the respiratory therapy program using a variety of teaching methods to include, but not limited to, lecture, class discussion, demonstration labs/clinical, and projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as specified in respiratory therapy, including the lectures associated with clinical experiences
• Collaborates with the Program Director and DCE to assure adequacy of laboratory supplies and equipment
• Advises students and evaluate evidenced-based student learning outcomes
• Participates in department, college and university committees
• Assess program effectiveness and assist in the curriculum development.
• Submits additional assignments as per Program Director
• Maintains close interactions among all students enrolled in the program.
• Conducts a minimum of five office hours per week using DataArc to record student's competencies and participation in lab/clinical
• Adheres to college and program policies and procedures
• Participates fully in curriculum development and revision
• Renders textbook and other instructional material recommendations

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) from an accredited college/university;
• Applicant must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist who is licensed by the District of Columbia, or eligible
• Minimum of two years clinical experience
• Two years of academic or clinical teaching experience

Information to Applicant
Condition of Employment: Temporary employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.
Collective Bargaining Unit: Dependent upon certain criteria, this position may be eligible for representation and require payment of union fees through direct payroll deduction.
Employment Benefits: Due to the temporary nature of this appointment, this position is ineligible for benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.
Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This job is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.
Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.
Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.
Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Talent Management Only.
Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Talent Management at (202) 274-5380.
The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University's EO Policy Statement, please visit:http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.