Job Opportunities

 

Adjunct Faculty for Fall 2023 semester and beyond – Accepting applications.

The UConn Department of Human Development and Family Sciences seeks academically and professionally qualified instructors to serve as adjunct faculty in a variety of undergraduate courses starting in August 2023. Courses are taught in Storrs, Hartford, Waterbury, Stamford, and Avery Point. Adjunct faculty typically teach one or two courses per semester and are paid by the course. Please visit https://hdfs.uconn.edu/ for more information about the department.

We are looking for instructors who will teach a range of human development and family sciences courses. The following is a selected list of examples of courses where there is typically a need for instructors. There may be opportunities for other courses not listed as well:

  • Individual and Family Development (1070) 
  • Research Methods in HDFS (2004W) 
  • Professional Communication in HDFS (4007W) 
  • Diversity Issues in Human Development and Family Sciences (2001) 
  • Human Development: Infancy Through Adolescence (2100) 
  • Human Development: Adulthood and Aging (2200) 
  • Infant/Toddler Development (3101) 
  • Early/Middle Childhood Development (3102) 
  • Aging in American Society (3245) 
  • Social and Community Influences (3110) 
  • Disabilities: A Lifespan Perspective (3250) 
  • Parent-Child Relationships in Cultural Perspective (3310) 
  • Abuse & Violence in Families (3420) 
  • Food & the American Family (3425) 
  • Family & Work (3431) 
  • Latino Health & Health Care (3442) 
  • Planning & Managing Human Services (3510) 
  • Comparative Family Policy (3550) 

Course descriptions can be found at https://catalog.uconn.edu/hdfs/.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An earned Master’s degree in HDFS, psychology, early childhood education, gerontology, social work, sociology, or a related field with some teaching experience. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

An earned PhD or other terminal degree in an area relevant to the field; previous teaching experience of relevant courses. 

APPOINTMENT TERMS

These are temporary positions (teaching one course) for a period of one semester, with the possibility of extension depending upon program needs and available funding. Successful applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview. 

See information about UConn’s campuses at https://uconn.edu/about-us/campuses/.

TO APPLY

Apply at https://hdfs.uconn.edu/adjunct-application/, where you will be asked to indicate which course(s) you seek to teach, where you can teach, and your general availability (days, time of day) for teaching, then required to upload a curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining your qualifications. You can also upload optional relevant materials (e.g., sample syllabi, teaching evaluations).

This is a pool posting. Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search #HR23-33)

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at https://portal.ct.gov/ethics.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

(HR23-33)

Visiting Assistant Professor, Human Dev and Fam Sciences (Waterbury campus) – Applications under review.

INTRODUCTION

The Department of Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor at the UConn Waterbury campus, starting on August 23, 2023. The position is a nine-month, non-tenure track appointment. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching seven undergraduate courses or the equivalent. Specific courses are likely to include close relationships, parenthood, adolescent development, research methods, and electives in the faculty member’s area of expertise.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

The UConn Waterbury campus is home to over 1,000 students, and HDFS is one of ten majors that students can complete at the Waterbury campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Doctoral degree (or equivalent foreign degree) completed in human development and family sciences, psychology, sociology, or another relevant discipline by position start date.
  • Teaching experience or demonstrated capacity to teach courses with documentation of a commitment to teaching.
  • The ability to contribute through teaching to the diversity and excellence of the Department.
  • Effective communication skills (both written and oral).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Experience teaching courses relevant to close relationships, parenthood, adolescent development, and/or research methods.
  • Demonstrated experience and commitment to teaching and/or mentoring a diverse student population.

APPOINTMENT TERMS 

This is a one-year, full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track position with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2023. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Waterbury campus. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY 

Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24556 and submit the following application materials:

  • A cover letter,
  • Curriculum vitae,
  • Teaching statement (e.g., teaching experience, mentoring experience, teaching philosophy, courses prepared to teach);
  • Commitment to diversity statement (e.g., values around diversity, equity, and inclusion; diversity-related experience in teaching, research, and service; plans to continue to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion);
  • Contact information for three (3) letters of reference. References will not be contacted without notification of the candidate.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information please visit the Department's website Human Development and Family Sciences. For more information on UConn Waterbury, please visit UConn Waterbury. For questions about this position, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Brian Chapman, brian.chapman@uconn.edu.

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

Educational Program Assistant 1 – Applications under review. Not accepting new applications at this time.

Search #: 497396
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Academic Programs and Services

JOB SUMMARY

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences seeks applicants for a full-time position as an Educational Program Assistant 1 for the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences. Under the direction of the Educational Program Administrator, this position will provide programmatic and administrative support to the Department with a focus on the Department’s graduate program and the Child Development Labs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Provide administrative support for the Department’s graduate programs including but not limited to graduate admissions, orientation, milestone tracking, and fellowship payments.
  2. Process Graduate Assistantship payroll transactions for academic year appointments and summer special payroll.
  3. Assist with Department event planning, advertising, and management.
  4. Assist with Departmental digital communications including newsletters and social media.
  5. Process tuition billing, enrollments, and waitlist for the Child Development Labs.
  6. Provide supervision for the Department’s student administrative assistants.
  7. Process Student Labor payroll transactions for the Department, including those of the Child Development Labs.
  8. Maintain accurate records, assemble data, and prepare statistical and/or historical reports as needed.
  9. Organize and distribute mail, deliveries, and returns for the Department.
  10. Assist with management of departmental space including room reservations, work order entry, and maintenance of physical and digital displays.
  11. Provide general office support including answering phones, responding to inquiries, greeting and directing visitors, directing calls, and related tasks.
  12. Perform other related work and projects as required with the purpose of general office support to the Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor’s degree and up to one year of related experience OR Associate's degree in business or related field and two to three years of related experience.
  2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  3. Excellent computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
  4. Excellent attention to detail.
  5. Demonstrated ability to work independently and regularly exercise judgment regarding administrative detail and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Experience working in a higher education setting.
  2. Ability to engage, connect, and work with diverse student, administrative, and faculty populations and to demonstrate a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an educational setting.
  3. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
  4. Demonstrated ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
  5. Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 12-month position. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. The annual salary range for this position will be $45,000-$48,500, commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497396 to upload a resume, a cover letterdetailing how you meet the requirements, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Closed to new applications as of April 28, 2023.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on April 28, 2023.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

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