Temporary Faculty Credit - College of Indigenous Studies

Overview

If you are interested in supporting the educational mission of the University of Alaska and working across the state, including in rural areas, please apply here.

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 related areas, developing a course outline, syllabus, teaching materials, and exams as needed.

Subjects include:

• 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. Attention to detail is critical. A proactive problem‑solving approach, collaboration, and adaptability are also important attributes.

Masters in subject area preferred, but at minimum, demonstrated experience and expertise in the identified subject areas required.

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.

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.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three professional references with your application.

This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

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.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The University of Alaska is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907‑450‑8200.

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 Stasia Craddick, College Of Indigenous Studies HR Coordinator, at uaf‑cis‑hr‑dept 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.