Adjunct Faculty, Biology and Anatomy & Physiology

Austin Community College is a public two-year institution that serves a multicultural population. We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access to higher education and workforce training.

Job Description Summary: Responsible to prepare and deliver Biology and/or Anatomy & Physiology coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to success equity, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Biology (general biology courses and Human Anatomy & Physiology courses) to a multicultural student population based on the department's approved course learning outcomes, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of community college students and the standards of the discipline.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Provide teaching and mentoring services to students in a manner which does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.
• Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor.

Technology:

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.).

Principal Professional Standards:

• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.
• Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.

Required Education:

General Minimum Requirements:

General Biology: Master's degree in Biology, Biological Sciences, Anatomy or Physiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biomedical Science, Botany, Aquatic Biology, Integrative Biology, Marine Biology, Microbiology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Neuroanatomy, Neuroscience, Genetics, or Zoology; or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in one of these disciplines.

Anatomy & Physiology: Master's degree in Biology, Anatomy; or Physiology or Master's in Biological Sciences and at least 3 graduate hours in animal physiology, mammalian physiology, vertebrate physiology, pathophysiology or neurophysiology; or Master's in Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Neuroanatomy, Neuroscience, Genetics or Zoology, and at least 3 graduate hours in animal physiology, mammalian physiology, vertebrate physiology, pathophysiology or neurophysiology; or MD degree with a Master's degree; or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology or Biological Sciences, and at least 3 graduate hours in animal physiology, mammalian physiology, vertebrate physiology, pathophysiology or neurophysiology.

Application Requirements: Application must be submitted by the closing date. Upload unofficial transcripts, updated Curriculum Vitae or Resume, and cover letter. Request official electronic transcripts to be sent to hrtranscripts@austincc.edu.

Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an office/classroom environment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.