"Adjunct Lecturer in Biotechnology"

Job Description

BI214 Bioinformatics is an elective taken by associate degree students in biotechnology. We are looking for a dedicated educator with experience teaching bioinformatics. The ideal candidate will also have relevant work-based experience in the field, and will be able to teach how AI is impacting bioinformatics work. The Lecturer will develop all materials for the course including the syllabus, slides sets, worksheets, quizzes, and exams as necessary for proper teaching of the material.

BI214 is a 3-credit course which will be taught in hybrid format. It will meet Tuesdays 7:30-9:00pm in person at the Franklin Cummings Tech campus (1011 Harrison Avenue in Nubian Square, Boston) and Thursdays 7:30-9:00pm online, for a total of 3 hours per week of live meetings. Please scroll to the end to view the course description.

This is a part-time faculty position. Adjunct Lecturers are expected to assist the program chair and participate in department trainings and meetings.

Please see our salary guidelines here: Compensation Plan - Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet all scheduled classes on the assigned day/time
• Regularly hold three office hours per week; online format is acceptable
• Notify Program Chair of any absences from scheduled classes and providing instructional materials and directions to ensure consistent and sequential classroom instruction (note: absences should be rare and unavoidable)
• Participate in departmental curriculum development, and review and update course curricula when possible
• Demonstrate committed participation in student learning outcome assessment and college-wide initiatives, including data collection, analysis, curriculum changes, and goal setting
• Use of course texts, outlines, and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and department policies. When an established syllabus is provided and the course is a prerequisite for other courses, any significant deviations must be approved by the department chair.
• Respond to the chair and administrative requests in a timely manner and complete all responsibilities effectively; prompt in keeping appointments, attending meetings (when possible), and beginning classes
• Respond to students in a timely manner
• Evaluate student achievement and provide feedback timely while maintaining accurate student records in the Canvas Learning Management System
• Complete the online "Growing with Canvas for Adjuncts" course before the term begins
• Provide adequate support to students and maintain a respectful, professional rapport
• Participate in communications with the college and department. This includes utilizing the college Dropout Detective Retention Solution warning system to alert advisors when students falter.
• Demonstrate effective teaching including preparation, meeting course goals, organization, and presentation of material, student involvement, and classroom management
• Collaborate with other college departments (academic, student affairs, enrollment, and development) for the mutual benefit of all departments.
• Maintain a culture of accountability and innovation; maintain the college policies and procedures, as outlined in the course catalog, employee and student handbooks

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in an appropriate field such as molecular biology, biochemistry, or related biotechnology fields. Exceptions can be made for those who have extensive biotechnology industry experience using bioinformatics.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in areas relevant to departmental curricula.
• A collaborative and inclusive style.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Franklin Cummings Tech is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on any grounds protected under federal, state, or local law, including race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, disability (including those related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other characteristic or activity protected under federal, state or local law.

Salary Description

$3,465 for the term