Adjunct Instructor - Biology

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:This announcement is to assist in the building a pool of candidates for upcoming adjunct (part-time) opportunities within the Biology Program in the Department of Natural and Computational Sciences. Currently, we are recruiting for adjunct faculty to teach courses in Biology (for non-Majors and Majors), Anatomy and Physiology, and any additional courses as needed by the Program. Courses will be offered in in-person, hybrid, and/or online modalities.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach undergraduate level Biology and related courses in a face-to-face, online, or hybrid format.
• Teach courses as assigned by the Department Chair and maintain University policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Biology or related discipline.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills and teamwork.
• 2-3 years of experience at the university level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in teaching Biology for non-Majors, Biology I and/or II (for Majors), Human Anatomy and Physiology I and/or II, and their associated labs.

Application Process:This position is open until filled. The finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation consistent with the policy of the University System of Georgia. Additional information about FVSU is available at http://www.fvsu.edu/.

The application packet must include the following:

• A letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the position.
• Current curriculum vitae.
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
• At least three references with full contact information including emails. (References will not be contacted without consent from applicants)
• Additional information will be requested upon receipt of the application.

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