Job Opportunities

Position:  Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Non-Tenure Track

Job Description:  The Department of Health Sciences is seeking a professor in the area of Allied Health Sciences whose primary teaching responsibilities would be to help develop and service courses such as Anatomy and Physiology I and II with Labs, Biology for the Health Sciences, Pharmacology/Toxicology. Additional teaching responsibilities may include courses such as Foundations of Health Sciences and Current Topics in Health Sciences. It is expected that this individual would also develop courses in their area of expertise to expand our program and diversify the courses available to our students with particular attention given to providing courses that can serve as electives for our Allied Health program. Successful Faculty will report to the Department Chair. The position is a nine-month salaried contractual position starting for the first academic year, August 2021-May 2022.The teaching load for this position is 3-4 courses per semester.  The successful candidate will provide students with opportunities to acquire the knowledge and practice the skills identified in course objectives using varied and appropriate teaching methods.  Faculty in the Department of Health Sciences must also participate in the program evaluation and continuous improvement process and engage in personal professional development. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to 1) excellence in teaching (preferably in a Liberal Arts setting), 2) establishing a productive research program that will involve undergraduates, and 3) providing service to the department, college, university and community.   

Minimum Qualifications: 

• PhD in a relevant/related science field
• Demonstrate professional competence 
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication and analytical skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of liberal arts education
• Work productively with colleagues and students
• Be interested in educating a diverse population of students
• Successfully complete an interview that will include a teaching presentation and research seminar
• Successfully complete criminal background check and drug screening 

Preferred Qualifications:  1 year or more of undergraduate teaching Experience in two or more of the following areas: Pharmacology and Anatomy and Physiology I and II

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and contact information of three references to healthsciencesearch1@easternct.edu

Department: Education 

Position: Assistant Professor – Physical Education (Anatomy/Physiology/Exercise Science), Temporary Full-Time (1 year) 

Position Description: We are seeking candidates who will be interested in continuing excellence in teacher education at Eastern. Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate Anatomy & Physiology, Physiological Basis of Movement, and Exercise Physiology courses to Physical Education Teacher Certification majors and to Sport Performance Majors, as well as contribute to the department through advising and professional activities.  

Qualifications: A terminal degree in the field of Physical Education/Exercise Science or a related field from an accredited institution is preferred. Experience or expertise (teaching, research, or practice) in anatomy/physiology/exercise science is preferred. Candidates who have both a related MS Degree and relevant expertise in the field will also be considered. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to teaching, scholarly and professional activities, and a willingness to be active in service to the university and community.   

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, a current CV, and names and contact information for three references to Dr. Darren Robert, Program Coordinator, robertd@easternct.edu. Preference will be given to applicants who submit their applications by July 15, 2021. 

Department: Management and Marketing

Position: Assistant Professor – Marketing/Digital Marketing, Temporary Full-Time (1 year)

Qualifications: A terminal degree in the field of marketing from an accredited institution is preferred. ABD candidates close to completion will be considered. Experience or expertise (teaching, research, or practice) in digital marketing is required. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to teaching, scholarly and professional activities, and a willingness to be active in service to the university and community.  

Position Description: The Management and Marketing department has been newly created in a restructured Division of Business. We are seeking candidates who will be interested in developing and growing a digital marketing major. Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate marketing courses and contribute to the development of a digital marketing major. Successful candidates will also be expected to demonstrate interest and/or ability to collaborate with other programs on campus such as new media studies, data analytics, and communication.

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, a current CV, and names and contact information for three references to Dr. Niti Pandey, Department Chair, Management and Marketing Department at pandeyn@easternct.edu.

The Department of Art & Art History at Eastern Connecticut State University seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach in the Art History program, beginning August 2021. Teaching experience or research focus in Latin American or African American art preferred.

To apply, please email a letter of interest, CV, and the names of three references to Dr. Maeve Doyle, Department of Art and Art History, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226, doylemae@easternct.edu.

Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach/Part Time

Salary: approximately $3,000-$5,000

The Department of Athletics has an immediate opening for an assistant men’s basketball coach. 

Under the supervision of the Athletic Director and Head Coach, assistant coaching duties will be assigned by head coach and will include administration, coaching, and recruiting for the men’s basketball program.

Preferred hiring standards include:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Previous college coaching and recruiting experience
• Ability to pass background check

Applicants email cover letter, resume, and three references to geitnerw@easternct.edu

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Eastern Connecticut State University has an opening for a part-time instructor to teach BUS 300, Business Law II, in Fall 2021 (the semester begins on August 23). The course is an advanced study of business law and meets once a week, on ground, on Monday evenings, from 7:00 pm to 9:45 on the Eastern campus in Willimantic. Qualifications include a terminal degree in the appropriate field and relevant experience in teaching and/or practice. Interested candidates should email their resumes to Dr. Wayne Buck (buckw@easternct.edu).

Eastern Connecticut State University has an opening for an instructor to teach one section of ART 310 Web Design I during the Fall 2021 semester. (Students learn to design and develop interactive responsive webpages by using both editors and hand coding skills.)

To apply, please email a letter of interest, CV, and the names of three references to Terry Lennox, Chair, Department of Art and Art History, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226, lennoxt@easternct.edu

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT WOMEN’S SOCCER COACH

RANK: ADJUNCT

DEPARTMENT: ATHLETICS

Under the supervision of the Athletic Director and the Head Women’s Soccer Coach, assistant coaching duties will be assigned by the head coach and will include administration, coaching, and recruiting for the Eastern Connecticut State University Women’s Soccer Program.

1. Support the head coach in ensuring that all matters related to the women’s soccer programs student athletes adhere to NCAA and Little East Conference rules and regulations.
2. Provide a climate in which participating student athletes can strive for individual and group improvement and excellence.
3. Participate in coordinating, strategy, and planning meetings of the coaching staff.
4. Instruct student athletes about skills and execution needed to perform the sport of women’s soccer effectively and competitively.
5. Assist in game statistical and film analysis.
6. Participate in player evaluation.
7. When needed, maintain an active role in the recruitment of student athletes, including: identification of prospective student athletes and participation in the on campus recruiting process.
8. Contribute to a positive work climate and the team effort within the school, as well as demonstrate positive sportsmanship in everyday situations.
9. Establish and maintain a professional demeanor with student athletes, parents, staff, guidance counselors, the community, and the media.
10. Perform other duties and responsibilities in addition to those enumerated above which do not alter the basic level of responsibility of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• First Aid/AED/CPR Certification
• Ability to pass background check

Preferred hiring standards include:

• Experience recruiting and/or coaching women’s soccer at the collegiate level
• Experience with athletic statistical analysis software
• Previous playing experience at the college level in the sport of soccer
• Previous coaching experience at the college level in the sport of soccer
• Demonstrated credibility in the sport of women’s soccer as well as coaching expertise on both general and specific levels and ability to evaluate oneself and the program with respect to the general educational goals and objectives of the athletic programs are also required.
• These qualifications may be waived for the individuals with appropriate alternate experience.

Stipend and (6) credits towards a degree program available to qualified candidates for the 2021-22 academic year.

Local Club coaching to supplement income is also available.

Review of qualified applicants will begin immediately 6/14/21 – deadline to apply and receive application 7/2/21.

Please send cover letter, resume and (3) references with contact information to: 

Christian D’Ambrosio  

Head Women’s Soccer Coach 

Eastern Connecticut State University 

Sports Center Room 240 

83 Windham Street 

Willimantic CT 06226 

dambrosioc@easternct.edu

The Department of Computer Science at Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking multiple part-time (non-tenure track) Computer Science instructors for on-ground teaching in Fall 2021 semester. 

REQUIREMENTS:  

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. 
• Must be capable of teaching computer science courses including but not limited to visual basic, data visualization, network development, and data mining with a high level of knowledge, ability, organization, and proficiency. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Prior teaching experience preferred. 

To apply, please submit via e-mail  a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a list of three references, copy of transcripts (can be unofficial copy), to Dr. Sarah Tasneem, the Chairperson of Computer Science at tasneems@easternct.edu and copy it to the Secretary Ms. Cheryl Le Beau  at LEBEAUC@easternct.edu  

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Participates in the planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of EMS educational program offerings.
2. Prepares and delivers instruction either at Eastern Connecticut State University or off-site, as needed; supervises the activities of course participants during instructional time.
3. Evaluates learner performance, provides feedback, and develops learner remediation plans.
4. Fulfills EMS educational program administrative requirements, to include calculation and submission of grades, maintenance of program, course, and student/participant records, and preparation and submission of data and reports.
5. Participates in continuing professional development programs as appropriate.
6. Adheres to established University and departmental policies and procedures and relevant quality and safety standards.
7. Participates in activities that promote the Eastern Connecticut State University EMS Programs, to include student recruiting, and program marketing events, as appropriate.
8. May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as appropriate to the area of operation.
9. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Current Connecticut EMT Certification
• Current Connecticut EMS-Instructor
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor
• At least 3 years of EMS experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Connecticut Certification/Licensure as Advanced EMT or Paramedic.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of EMS theory, practice, and trends.
• Knowledge of current EMS curricular content and education standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation.
• Ability to adapt EMS curricula to reflect State requirements, local needs, and national trends.
• Knowledge of the delivery of emergency medical services in the State of Connecticut
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and methodologies.
• Demonstrated teaching and educational facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of competency-based education principles and methods.
• Ability to assess student performance and progress and to provide appropriate feedback.
• Ability to promote higher-order thinking and problem-solving among educational participants.
• Ability to adhere to established standards for educational quality.
• Ability to maintain complete, accurate educational records.
• Knowledge of EMS educational program accreditation processes and standards.
• Knowledge of State of Connecticut rules and regulations.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work involves light exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and contact information of three references to healthsciencesearch2@easternct.edu

The Department of Biology seeks qualified individuals to teach part-time in its non-majors, undergraduate program.  We currently seek to hire engaging professors who can teach lecture and/or laboratory sections in BIO 200/201 Ecology and the Environment.  

BIO 200 This course introduces students to the study of organismal interactions: both among organisms, as well as those between organisms and their physical environment. Course topics include the movement of energy through ecosystems, species interactions, population dynamics, and human impacts on other organisms and the environment. Topics will be presented within an evolutionary framework, drawing on connections to human experience as well as other sub-disciplines of biology. Special emphasis will be placed on critical evaluation of scientific information, the scientific method and ecology as a scientific enterprise. Three hours lecture per week. 

BIO 201 Lab Students in this course will participate in the process of science, through a variety of hands-on investigations in ecology. Activities will be designed to teach key scientific skills such as observation and measurement, manipulation and control of variables, graphical analysis, and the formulation of alternative hypotheses. Elementary statistical concepts will also be explored, via simple spreadsheet analyses. Students will apply scientific principles of experimental design and data analysis to problems drawn from ecology, as well as from everyday life. This course is intended to provide an accessible and relevant hands-on laboratory experience for non-majors, which, together with BIO 200 (Ecology And The Environment), will fulfill their LAC Tier 1 requirement for Natural Science with Laboratory. Two hours laboratory per week. 

A Master’s degree in a related field is required.  Applicants must demonstrate a record of successful university teaching.  Additional qualifications include professional development activities that maintain currency in the teaching field such as continuing education, workshops, consulting, and/or attendance at professional conferences. 

To apply, please submit (via e-mail or mail) a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of three references to Dr. Matthew Graham, Department of Biology, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226.  E-mail grahamm@easternct.edu

Eastern Connecticut State University invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Instructor position teaching Physics Laboratories.  Applicants should possess a Master's degree in Physics or related field.  Experience in teaching physics laboratories is strongly preferred. 

Applicants should submit

• Updated curriculum vitae
• Letter of interest
• Names and contact information of three references
• Any other document that presents evidence of excellence in teaching Physics labs

Please send required documentation to:

Zosia Carlquist, Physical Sciences Dept.

carlquistz@easternct.edu

Eastern Connecticut State University seeks qualified part time adjunct faculty to teach a wide range of courses across the university curriculum. 

To teach at Eastern, a master's degree in a related field is required. A terminal degree, industry experience and prior college level teaching experience are preferred.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the talented faculty at Eastern, and don't see a current opening listed below, please fill out the short online form and submit your resume by following this link:

Eastern Adjunct Faculty Pool

Your resume will be entered into our adjunct pool and reviewed by the appropriate department for consideration whenever there is an opening in the subject area you are interested in teaching. Thanks for your interest in teaching at Eastern!  

The Department of Economics and Finance seeks candidates who can teach:

• Introductory macro, micro, and global economics courses
• Introductory finance courses and personal financial planning courses

A master's degree in a related field is required. A terminal degree, industry experience and prior college level teaching experience are preferred.

If you are interested in teaching any of the above subjects, please fill out the short online form and submit your resume by following this link:

Eastern Adjunct Faculty Pool

The Office of Institutional Advancement (IA) at Eastern Connecticut State University is currently looking for a Development Database Administrator (Adm 4) in Institutional Advancement. 

The Development Database Administrator (Adm 4) will play a critical role in the designs, implements and maintains moderately complex databases in a client/server environment with respect to access methods, access time, validation checks, and statistical methods.  This includes the maintenance of database dictionaries and the integration of systems through client/server database design. Flexibility to work an occasional evening or weekend is required.   

Bachelor’s degree in a CS, IS or related field required as well as four years working with databases in a non-profit setting, preferably in higher education. Experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge/Financial Edge is strongly preferred.  Must be innovative, self-motivated, team oriented, and capable of managing competing priorities.  

Job Duties:

1. Responsible for the production support of various databases.
2. Install, configures, tunes, optimizes, administers, monitors, troubleshoots and supports transactional Institutional Advancement databases.
3. Implements the security scheme for the Institutional Advancement development system database environment, as well as participates in a disaster recovery plan.
4. Participates in the overall development of the Institutional Advancement data decision support system, including database modeling, design, maintenance and automation of loads.
5. Trains and facilitates the development of the Institutional Advancement staff in order to achieve better utilization of the various databases.
6. Responsible for the day to day management of the database and support of all Institutional Advancement initiative as well as for the management and integrity of the data.
7. Creates and maintains policy and end user manuals as well as implements security protocols.
8. Oversees gift and pledge processing with direct mail stuff daily. Coordinates all gift processing with the Director of Development to ensure high quality control and system requirements.
9. Reconciles gifts and pledges within the Foundation financial area as well as participating in financial audits.
10. Creates and executes financial and analytical queries and reports in order to support fundraising efforts.
11. Supports application, performance, and security testing.
12. Preforms other duties and responsibilities related to those enumerated above which do not alter the basic level of responsibility of the position.

 To apply: submit a letter of interest, current resume and contact information of three professional references to:  Beverly Canfield, Office of University Relations, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226 – canfieldb@easternct.edu  

The Child and Family Development Resource Center is Eastern Connecticut State University’s lab school and a model early childhood program for the state of Connecticut.  We will be looking to hire part time teachers who have a set 19 hours a week schedule.  The description is noted below.  

Job Description

Support the mission of the Child and Family Development Resource Center to provide state of the art, best teaching practices to meet the needs of children and families. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Director of the Child and Family Development Resource Center, the University Assistant will: 

1. Assist in teaching young children providing or individual needs in all areas of development and arranging classroom and outdoor environment to meet developmental needs.

2. Collaborate with a classroom teaching team to plan and carry out classroom curriculum based on goals from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood.

3. Demonstrate an ability to lead a classroom (i.e. group time, story time).

4. Assist the classroom team in assuring that licensing regulations are upheld.

5. Maintain and improve professional competence by participating in monthly Center-wide team meetings and/or development.

6. Maintain current CPR/First Aid certification.

7. Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Twelve credits in Early Childhood Education
• One to two years successful experience working with young children. 

OTHER DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Experience working in a laboratory school.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)

 The University Assistant reports to the Director of the CFDRC

 If you are interested, please submit the following by July 1, 2021 to rezain@easternct.edu

• a cover letter
• an updated resume
• contact information for THREE references
• any current CPR/First Aid training