"Adjunct Professor for Anatomy and Physiology 1 For Health Sciences"

Job Description

The adjunct will teach the course Anatomy and Physiology 1 for Health Sciences. The course is described as follows: Bio2070: This course will introduce basic human anatomy and physiology to prepare students for a career in nursing. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of normal human anatomy and physiology, with focus on clinical summaries and disease and injury treatment. Principles of biology, chemistry, and microbiology are also integrated throughout the course. This course is not intended for Biology Majors/Minors and will not complete major/minor requirements. The course will be run fully in person using models and current technology.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach the course Bio2070, which includes 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/lecture session) and 1 lab per week (2 hours and 40 minutes/lab). Days and times of lecture and laboratory are to be determined by hire and chair.
• Use Brightspace as a digital learning platform for course materials and grading.
• Hold 3 office hours per week.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Qualifications:

Education:

M.S., Ph.D., post-docs, or experienced academicians with a strong background in a related discipline (e.g., histology or anatomy/physiology).

Experience:

Experience with Anatomage and BIOPAC preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing and walking around a laboratory. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Salary:

The annual salary for this position is dependent upon the adjunct union contract. Pay: $3,375 - $3,675.

Hours Expectation:

2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/lecture session) and 1 lab per week (2 hours and 40 minutes/lab), as well as 3 office hours per week. Days and times of lecture and laboratory are to be determined by hire and chair.

Housing:

Housing is not provided.

Benefits:

Adjunct instructors may contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan.

Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.