"Instructor, Biomanufacturing Process Technology"

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will develop, prepare and teach bioprocess manufacturing technology and biology or chemistry courses designed for transfer and support of career technical programs. The successful candidate will also be responsible for recruiting and advising students. The faculty member will collaborate with industry partners to ensure relevancy of the curriculum and provide necessary training and education. This person is responsible for facilitating the Bioprocess Manufacturing Technology Advisory Committee and serving as a member, as well as recruiting industry professionals to join the Committee.

Education Required

Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Bio/Chemical engineering, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related field with 18 graduate hours in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or Bioengineering from an institutional accreditor.

Education Preferred

Doctoral degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Bio/Chemical engineering, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related field with 18 graduate hours in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or Bioengineering from an institutional accreditor.

Experience Required

• 3 years relevant industry or research experience in Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical e.g. experience in cell culture, bio-manufacturing (including small scale bioreactor operation, chromatography/purification), or good manufacturing practice (GMP) and quality control (QC).
• Teaching and/or industry training experience in Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars.

Experience Preferred

• Greater than 3 years relevant industry or research experience in Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical e.g. experience in cell culture, bio-manufacturing (including small scale bioreactor operation, chromatography/purification), or good manufacturing practice (GMP) and quality control (QC).
• Post-secondary teaching experience.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to: 1. Multi-task 2. Respect Diversity 3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments. 4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment 5. Communicate effectively 6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

Department/Job Specific Requirements

The following (compliance) training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter: (additional training may be added as needed) Reporting Requirements, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX, Safety/Shooter on Campus, Personal Information Protection Training (PIP), Ethics and Social Responsibility, Linking Student Learning Outcomes, Canvas Certification (if teaching online or hybrid).