Would you like to assist UAF's College of Liberal Arts with programs we offer? Are you going to work on a grant awarded through CLA? Then please apply here!
The College of Liberal Arts is looking for non-credit adjunct faculty. Adjunct positions are on a dates needed contract basis. This position is a temporary faculty position for research, approved course development, and other non-teaching, non-credit work. Duties include working on grants awarded through CLA, developing a course outline, syllabus, teaching materials, and tests as needed, or other duties for which you would be hired. Subject areas include but are not limited to: Anthropology, Art, Communication, English, Foreign Languages, Global Studies, History, Journalism, Justice, Linguistics, Music, Arctic and Northern Studies, Philosophy & Humanities, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Theatre & Film, and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.
This position is a temporary faculty position for research, approved course development, and other non-teaching, non-credit work.
The applicant should have the expertise and education required by the department to complete the work assigned.
The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of effective instructional methodologies and best practices in teaching and learning. The individual should posses strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences. Excellent customer service skills are required, along with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and community partners. The candidate should also possess the knowledge and skills necessary to support and work effectively on grant-funded initiatives administered through the College of Liberal Arts (CLA).
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree desired, Bachelor's degree or relevant training and or experience may be considered.
Position Details:
This is a part-time, temporary exempt position. Pay will be based on grant budgets or department determination. Depending on the position, hybrid and remote (within the United States) work arrangements may be considered.
The University of Alaska (UA) requires employees to work on-site based on operational and business needs. Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be considered only for positions specifically designated and advertised as eligible for hybrid or remote work. Any approved arrangement will be based on the position’s duties, operational needs, and the employee’s ability to effectively perform the work remotely.
Please attach a resume, cover letter and the names and contact information for three (3) 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. This posting will close to applications on or before June 30, 2027.
- ️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ellen Cruse or Miriam Stelges, College of Liberal Arts HR Coordinators, at [email protected] or 907-474-7231.
- 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.
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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
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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.
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