"Laboratory Instructor: Biology/Environmental Science Lab"

Position: Laboratory Instructor– Biology/Environmental Science Laboratory

Department: Biological Sciences

Status: Part Time

Position Summary:

The Department of Biological Sciences utilizes part-time Laboratory Instructors some semesters for many of its undergraduate Biology labs. Qualified persons may teach one or more sections (up to maximum of 3 total per semester) of the laboratory associated with a variety of biology undergraduate courses. There may be an opportunity for continuation of the position in subsequent semesters, subject to departmental needs and student enrollment in this course.

**Please Note specific application instructions pertaining to Cover Letter requirements, stated below**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach one or more sections [up to a maximum of three (3) labs sections per semester] of the laboratory course associated with associated biology courses, and all that this entails, including:
• Present pre-lab lecture.
• Interact with students, field questions pertaining to lab, manipulate lab materials.
• Clean lab, resupply consumable lab materials, and leave lab room in working order.
• Be readily available to lab section students outside the actual lab time, as needed.
• This position requires weekly communication with lab supervisor and/or attendance of a weekly preparatory session with lab supervisor, as appropriate.
• Assess lab work and maintain accurate student grades for lab reports, quizzes, lab notebooks and practicals, as applicable.
• Handle student record keeping in a timely and complete manner.
• Communicate effectively with the supervisor, fellow TAs, lab instructors, and lecture instructors in a timely manner including the following:
• Calculation and submission of student lab grades to the supervisor at established times and then to lecture professor for integration into overall course grades (both mid-term and final grades).
• Work assigned make-up lab weeks to assist students who may have missed labs during the semester, if necessary.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX, and Information Security including, but not limited to; FERPA and other state and federal guidelines.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice by the lab supervisor.

Education/Experience: 

• BS in Biological Science (BIOL), or related science discipline; or successful completion of coursework and/or teaching experience in this area of expertise.
• Experience in higher education is also preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Blackboard, and standard methods of digital communication.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and utilize new and emerging technology, including software systems and web-based applications.
• Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy, and discretion in dealing with faculty, staff, students, and others.
• Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people.
• Exercise good judgment in complex and new situations.
• Manage multiple, concurrent activities, and meet strict deadlines.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a changing environment.
• This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity, and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University. 

To Apply For This Position: 

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