Biology Instructor (part-time)

Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications.

Faculty member will be responsible for teaching classes in specified areas of biology as student needs require including: Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Organismal Biology, and General Biology for both majors and non-majors.

Priority will be given to applicants with a background and expertise in the General Biology, Microbiology, and Anatomy & Physiology areas for both major and non-major students.

Minimum Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

1. Masters degree or higher in Biology or related sub-discipline from an accredited institution with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in courses specific to biology.
2. Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy.
3. Innovative, flexible, positive, and equity-minded teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
4. Ability to teach effectively in multiple teaching modalities including face to face, hybrid, hyflex, and fully online.

A foreign degree must be certified, at the candidates expense, by a professional evaluation service.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

1. Academic experience which includes work, research, study or teaching in multiple areas of biology is desirable.
2. Recent teaching experience in Microbiology lecture and laboratory courses.
3. An interest in developing new courses and programs.
4. Demonstrated familiarity with the Canvas course management system, and the Microsoft Office and Google Suite software packages.
5. Evidence of continuing professional development in biology.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

1. The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time. S/he is required to be mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities.
2. S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.
3. The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).
4. S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.
5. Must be able to tolerate frequent exposure to a wide variety of chemicals which are common to the industry. Must be able to handle and mix chemicals properly and safely; and wear appropriate gloves.

Work Schedule

While part-time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during the semesters they teach, they are required to make provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.

Additional Information

Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.

If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio. Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check.

Additional Application Deadline Information

We are actively building a pool of qualified candidates for future openings. While there may not be an immediate vacancy, we highly encourage you to apply so we can easily connect with you when an active hiring need opens up.

Equal Opportunity Summary

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