Adjunct Instructor - Acupuncture

Position Description Summary/Purpose

The UB Acupuncture Institute invites applications for adjunct instructors in our graduate MS-Acupuncture and Doctor of Acupuncture with Chinese Herbal Medicine programs. We have several openings for part‑time faculty with expertise in TCM herbs and clinical supervision with Spanish speaking skills. These positions are generally appointed on a semester‑by‑semester basis.

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or alogical assignment to the position.)

• Teaching 1-2 clinical shifts under the supervision of the Acupuncture Institute Clinical Chair;
  Clinical supervision is oncampus in Bridgeport, CT
• Teaching online or hybrid courses in TCM material medical and formulae
• Teaching schedule may include days, evenings and/or weekends;teaching maybe online or hybrid
• Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a teameffort.

• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion,and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Teaching experience with recent clinical teaching experience inan academic setting
• Clinical supervisory experience
• Clinical Spanish language skills preferred

• Degree or diploma in Acupuncture/Chinese medicine; doctoral level degreed preferred
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a clinical acupuncturist
• Ability to demonstrate effectiveness in working with diverse populations

• Degree or diploma in Acupuncture/Chinese medicine; doctoral level degreed preferred
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a clinical acupuncturist
• NCCAOM diplomate status, Oriental Medicine preferred
• Current CPR card

• Current Acupuncture licensure in the State of CT

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