Adjunct, Biology

Stark State College (OH); North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Stark State College seeks a passionate, dedicated part-time instructor to join our Biology Department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in anatomy and physiology (introductory and cadaver-lab-based), microbiology, medical terminology, general biology, and/or environmental science, with a passion for fostering student learning and success.

Typical Hours: Classes run between 8 AM and 8 PM, Monday–Thursday, with face-to-face delivery required during these times.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology or a directly related field is required.
• College-level teaching experience at a community college preferred.
• Experience teaching high school students is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver biology courses including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and environmental science.
• Teach at multiple campus locations such as North Canton, Akron, and Downtown Canton.
• Participate in department and college activities and complete administrative tasks on time.
• Submit final grades and attendance records by required deadlines.
• Maintain regular communication via email and complete mandatory training by deadlines.

Skills

Anatomy & Physiology

Microbiology

Medical Terminology

General Biology

Environmental Science

Education

Master's degree in biology or related field

Job description

Stark State College seeks a passionate, dedicated part-time instructor to join our Biology Department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in anatomy and physiology (introductory and cadaver-lab-based), microbiology, medical terminology, general biology, and/or environmental science, with a passion for fostering student learning and success.

Typical Hours of Work

Stark State College offers most classes between 8 AM and 8 PM, Monday through Thursday. You must be available for face-to-face course delivery within these timeframes.

Location of Work

Our faculty deliver programs and classes at various locations, including Stark State College Akron & Stark State Main Campus in North Canton.

You'll be a Great Fit if

If you look forward to using innovative teaching methodologies to foster a collaborative learning environment, you will fit right in.

Typical Responsibilities Include

• Prepare and deliver day, evening, weekend, and web-based courses in any of the following biology courses: anatomy and physiology (introductory and cadaver-lab-based), microbiology, medical terminology, general biology, and environmental science.
• Teach at any of our campus locations, including Downtown Canton (Dual Enrollment), local high school (College Credit Plus), Akron, or North Canton.
• Participate in mandatory college activities that support the department and college mission.
• Additional responsibilities include preparing instructional materials and assessing student performance, including electronic submission of never attends, early alert, mid-term grades, and final grades by the required dates.
• Must check their school email account regularly and promptly review all communications, updates, and notifications.
• Must complete all required college training by the specified deadlines and maintain compliance with applicable training requirements.

To be Considered, You'll Need

• A master's degree in biology or a directly related field is required.
• College-level teaching experience at a community college and experience teaching high school students are preferred.