"Adjunct Faculty - AH/PS"

Job Description

An adjunct instructor is appointed on a term contract for instructional, temporary and part-time assignments. They are not assigned to other responsibilities such as professional service or college service. They have no right to reappointment. Persons appointed at this rank will vary in minimal academic qualifications but generally shall have a relevant doctoral or equivalent terminal degree to teach at the upper division and graduate level, and a master's degree for lower division courses. All degrees shall be from accredited institutions or from internationally reputable and recognized institutions. Exceptions to these requirements may be made by the Provost upon presentation of evidence of a record of experience or other credentials that indicate academic degree equivalence. Adjunct Faculty members can only serve as Faculty Senators if they teach during the current semester or have taught within the last fiscal year.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents classroom and/or online lectures, laboratory activities, and implements techniques to facilitate student active learning; prepares and grades tests and student outcome assessments
• Participates in program and curriculum development and student outcome assessment.
• Conducts supervision of students in skill-based laboratory settings.
• Provides one-on-one student guidance and advisement on topics including regular degree audits, individual tutoring referrals, and completion goals.
• Assists in planning and implementation of student recruitment, retention, and placement efforts.
• Conducts ongoing inquiry to maintain currency in science education practices; participates on assigned committees and in professional development workshops and conferences.
• Collaborates with other faculty and instructors to create and maintain a supportive and balanced system of academic instruction to ensure program goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge

• Adult learning theory, curriculum development and classroom, laboratory and field presentation techniques
• Advising methods and techniques
• Research methodology and information resources related to designated field(s)
• Knowledge of basic supervisory and coaching principles and practices
• Skill in operating equipment and performing work related to designated field(s)
• Ability to supervise students in work experience settings
• Ability to prepare and present classroom lectures and laboratory work
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Work Environment

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The worker sits most of the time. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspection. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. The worker may need to work days and evenings in different modalities.

Education, Experience and Licenses

Master's Degree and 18 graduate hours in a qualifying field is required. At least two years of teaching experience in Higher Education is preferred. As a part of your application, upload letter of interest, current resume, and official documentation confirming education.

EEO STATEMENT: LCC is an equal opportunity employer.

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