Adjunct Professor, Respiratory Therapy

Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The Department of Nursing, Allied Health, Life and Physical Science at the University of the District of Columbia Community College invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Respiratory Therapy Program at this HBCU in the Nation’s capital.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as specified in respiratory therapy, including the lectures associated with clinical experiences
• Collaborates with the Program Director and DCE to assure adequacy of laboratory supplies and equipment
• Advises students and evaluate evidenced-based student learning outcomes
• Participates in department, college and university committees
• Assesses program effectiveness and assist in the curriculum development
• Sets up and maintains a minimum of five office hours per week using DataArc to record student's competencies and participation in lab/clinical
• Maintains close interactions among all students enrolled in the program
• Adheres to college and program policies and procedures
• Participates fully in curriculum development and revision
• Renders textbook and other instructional material recommendations

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) from an accredited college/university;
• Applicant must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist who is licensed by the District of Columbia, or eligible
• Minimum of two years clinical experience
• Two years of academic or clinical teaching experience

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment: Temporary employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.
Collective Bargaining Unit: Dependent upon certain criteria, this position may be eligible for representation and require payment of union fees through direct payroll deduction.
Employment Benefits: Due to the temporary nature of this appointment, this position is ineligible for benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.