Lecturer in Leadership and Integrative General Studies, School of Interdisciplinary Studies

Company: University of Central Florida
Location: Orlando
Posted on: January 26, 2025

Job Description:

The Opportunity The College of Undergraduate Studies seeks applications for a non-tenure earning lecturer in Leadership and Integrative General Studies within the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, a new academic unit to be introduced in Fall 2025 in the College of Community Innovation and Education. The anticipated start date of the position is August 2025. This is a nine-month position with an expected teaching load of eight courses per academic year, with the possibility of optional summer teaching.The primary responsibility of this position is teaching regularly offered undergraduate courses in Leadership and Integrative General Studies. The lecturer will also provide appropriate service for the university and program, including curricular development and assessment support for the Leadership major, and contribute to the area of research.The undergraduate Interdisciplinary Studies program (IDS), which began in 1970, has produced approximately 15,000 alumni and graduates approximately 900 students each year. The office offers six-degree programs: (B.A./B.S). in sustainability, B.S. in environmental science, (B.A./B.S.) in interdisciplinary studies, B.A. in interdisciplinary studies (diversity leadership track), (B.A./B.S.) in leadership, and the B.G.S. in integrative general studies. The program also offers minors and certificates ranging from Leadership Studies to Geographic Information Systems.Minimum Qualifications:

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• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Leadership, General Studies, Education Leadership, Interdisciplinary Studies, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely correlated disciplines from an accredited institution.
  
• Evidence of potential for research production.
  
• Ability to teach in Leadership and Integrative General Studies, or closely correlated disciplines.
  
• Potential for teaching excellence at the post-secondary level.
  
• Ability to engage with web-based instruction.
  Preferred Qualifications:
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  • Documented research experience in General Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely correlated disciplines.
    
  • Documented teaching experience in in General Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely correlated disciplines.
    
  • Evidence of teaching excellence at the post-secondary level.
    
  • Extensive experience with web-based instruction.
    Additional Application Materials Required:
    UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.
    NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
    Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Danielle Pratt, PhD, Interim Director, Interdisciplinary Studies at Danielle.Pratt@ucf.edu.
    Special Instructions to the Applicants:N/AJob Close Date:Open until filled.Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
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    • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
      
    • Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
      
    • Retirement savings options.
      
    • Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
      
    • Education assistance.
      
    • Flexible work environment.
      
    • And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide .
      Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.DepartmentCollege of Undergraduate Studies - Interdisciplinary StudiesWork ScheduleVariesType of AppointmentRegularExpected SalaryNegotiableEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on to view the President's Statement.The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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