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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date:Type of Position:Faculty - Tenure/Tenure TrackWorkstudy Position:NoJob Type:Academic Term (Fixed Term)Work Shift:Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Pine BluffThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance.The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 870.575.8400 .Department:Curriculum and InstructionDepartment's Website:Summary of Job Duties:Position SummaryThe Assistant Professor is a tenure-track faculty position that integrates teaching, scholarship, service, and coordination of the EPP program. The faculty member provides high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction while serving as the academic lead for the reading instruction.The position supports educator preparation by ensuring alignment with state licensure requirements, CAEP accreditation standards, and institutional priorities. The faculty member reports to the Department Chair of Curriculum and Instruction and collaborates with the Dean, advisors, certification staff, and PK–12 partners.Appointment Details• Appointment Type: Tenure-track faculty appointment• Rank: Assistant Professor• Reports To: Department Chair, Curriculum and Instruction• Appointment Length: Nine (9) months (with possible summer assignment)• Teaching Assignment: Twelve (12) semester credit hours per term, including undergraduate and graduate coursework, adjusted as appropriate for program coordination responsibilitiesPrimary Role AllocationCategory PercentageTeaching & Advising 50%Scholarship & Research 25%Service, Leadership & Program Coordination 25%Teaching and Advising (50%)• Teach a combined load of undergraduate and graduate courses totaling twelve (12) semester credit hours per term in areas such as curriculum, instruction, assessment, methods, and professional practice.• Deliver instruction aligned with CAEP standards, state licensure competencies, and institutional learning outcomes.• Incorporate evidence-based instructional strategies, technology, and inclusive pedagogical practices.• Advise undergraduate and graduate students on coursework, program milestones, licensure requirements, and degree completion.• Supervise field-based, clinical, internship, residency, and capstone experiences as assigned.• Model excellence in teaching and contribute to curriculum coherence across undergraduate and graduate programs.• Coordinate curriculum planning, course sequencing, scheduling, and cohort management.• Ensure program alignment with Arkansas licensure requirements, CAEP standards, and institutional policies.• Lead admissions review, student progression monitoring, and candidate support systems.• Collaborate with advisors, certification officers, clinical coordinators, and district partners.• Lead data collection, assessment reporting, and continuous improvement efforts for reading instruction.• Prepare required reports for accreditation, state approval, and internal review.Scholarship and Res