Description
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in an academic discipline; develop curricula; advise students; and conduct original research and scholarship. Includes faculty primarily engaged in teaching as well as those who combine teaching, research, and institutional service.
- • Evaluate and grade students' coursework, projects, exams, and papers.
- • Explain and demonstrate discipline-specific concepts, methods, and techniques.
- • Prepare students for exams, assessments, presentations, and professional standards.
- • Prepare and deliver undergraduate and graduate lectures, seminars, and labs.
- • Organize and lead research groups, labs, seminars, or project teams.
- • Develop course materials, including syllabi, assignments, rubrics, and online content.
- • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom and online discussions.
- • Stay current in the field through literature, collaboration, and professional conferences.
- • Advise students on academic pathways, research opportunities, and careers.
- • Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and required documentation.
- • Conduct original research or scholarship and publish in peer-reviewed outlets.
- • Supervise undergraduate and graduate teaching, internships, theses, and research.
- • Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, learning outcomes, and instructional methods.
- • Hold regular office hours to advise and assist students.
- • Design, administer, and grade assessments, or oversee this work.
- • Participate in student recruitment, admissions, orientation, and placement.
- • Select and obtain instructional materials, textbooks, software, and equipment.
- • Collaborate with colleagues on teaching, research, and service initiatives.
- • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
- • Participate in campus, community, and professional events.
- • Inform students of relevant academic, research, and professional events.
- • Compile and share bibliographies and resources for outside reading and research.
- • Showcase student work or research through presentations, publications, or exhibits.
- • Perform administrative duties, such as program coordination or department leadership.
- • Advise student organizations and honor societies.
- • Write grant and contract proposals to secure external funding.
- • Provide consulting or expert services to government, industry, or community partners.
- • Oversee maintenance and safety of laboratories, studios, or classroom facilities.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
