"Lecturer - Exploratory Studies - (494407 )"

Job Details

Department: Exploratory Studies

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The University of Houston is seeking to hire part-time Adjunct Faculty for Exploratory Studies courses. This position will instruct a single one-hour section of USS 1101: College Success. This course introduces first-semester Exploratory Studies students to success strategies for transition to college, academic success in the first year and beyond, and selection of a right-fit major and career. The instructor is responsible for understanding and interpreting the provided curriculum, facilitating the one-hour synchronous online class each week, grading, responding to student inquiries outside of class, and generally supporting and nurturing Exploratory Studies students through the first semester of college and beyond.

Qualifications:

• Current familiarity and experience with UH campus/student life required.
• Experience working in areas related to early college success.
• A demonstrated interest in undergraduate success.
• Master's degree in a relevant field preferred.

Required Attachments by Candidate:

Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Official transcripts are required for faculty appointments and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate.

All positions at the University of Houston are security sensitive and will require a criminal background check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions.