What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Lecturer Geographic & Environmental Sciences position at uofl?
Department: Location: Belknap Campus Time Type: Part time Worker Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Job Req ID: R108825 Position Description: The Department of Geographic & Environmental Sciences is seeking part-time lecturers to teach undergraduate courses. Current anticipated openings include face-to-face and distance education courses in Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Sciences, Geomorphology and Geology or related fields. All positions are for one semester in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal as departmental needs require. Preference given to those holding an M.S. at time of appointment. Instructors are expected to utilize Blackboard to submit course syllabus, order textbooks or other reading materials, provide developmentally meaningful feedback, present engaging learning experiences, respond to students in a timely manner, communicate regularly with designated academic program director, submit final grades within university deadlines, and comply with other requests as a part-time lecturer such as completing an attestation disclosure form, along with completing annual evaluations. The Department of Geographic and Environmental Sciences is committed to creating campus environments that accelerate the success of the full range of our students and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of our student populations we admit and hope to serve. Applicants must apply online and submit the following items: 1) A cover letter that details research and teaching interests 2) Curriculum vita 3) Sample of teaching evaluations if available 4) Contact information for three references 5) A copy of the applicant’s unofficial college transcripts Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion. Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions. Assistance and Accommodations Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292. If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258. The University of Louisville is committed to being a great place to work, learn and invest. It is a place where you will thrive in a community of inclusivity, cultivate your innovative power and work where you’ll discover your purpose. Join the Cardinal Family today. Learn more about the University at our About Us page.