Adjunct Faculty, School of Nursing

Job Overview

Title:

Faculty – Non‑Tenure (Less Than Annual Appointment, Fixed Term) – School of Nursing, University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Closing Date: (If designated)

All job postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified closing date (if designated).

Fort Smith, Arkansas – a vibrant city on the Arkansas River with rich history and cultural amenities.

Teach in one of the following subject areas as assigned: BSN, BSN Accelerated, BSN Evening and Weekend; ADN, ADN LPN‑RN Transition. This is a pool position; applicants will be contacted as positions become available. The position reports to the department head/program director/dean who assigns responsibilities regarding student needs and course outcomes.

Required Education and/or

Work Experience:

• For instructors teaching both lower and upper‑level courses leading to an associate or bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree in the discipline or a related field is required with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in the subject area.
• Courses leading to a master’s degree require a doctorate degree.
• Adjunct faculty with a clinical assignment must be at the level required by accreditation.
• Instructors in occupational and technical areas are generally required to have a minimum of an associate’s degree and related work experience.
• Other job‑related education and/or experience may substitute for part of these requirements.

Preferred Education and/or

Work Experience:

• Prior teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Current knowledge of the relevant discipline.
• Good organizational skills and timely responses to student inquiries.
• Ability to meet the needs of learners from a variety of educational backgrounds in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to deliver course outcomes and content through a variety of teaching/learning styles.
• Proficiency in using technology effectively in teaching.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students and colleagues.

• Classroom and online instruction.
• Assess and evaluate student learning.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork and providing leadership to subordinates.
• Ensure consistent, on‑time attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check are required. A drug screen, child maltreatment check, and proof of immunizations may also be required depending on the area of study.

Salary is dependent upon department.

Benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance; tuition waivers for employees and their families; 12 official holidays; immediate leave accrual; and retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5% to 10% of employee salary.

• List of three professional references (name, email, business title).
• Resume.
• Unofficial or official transcripts.

• Proof of veteran status.

May be subject to pre‑employment criminal background check, sex offender registry check, financial history background check, and/or drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal‑opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.