Adjunct Biology

Community College of Allegheny County

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 60,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local community college in Pittsburgh is looking for an Adjunct Biology faculty member. The role involves teaching and developing curriculum, assessing student performance, and maintaining records. Candidates must have a Master's degree in biology or related fields and strong communication skills. This part-time position offers an entry-level opportunity in higher education.

Qualifications

Requires degrees from an accredited institution.
Experience in teaching and discipline-related work is expected.
Industry certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Teach and develop the curriculum.
Prepare and provide students with course outlines.
Assess student performance and maintain grade records.
Create a variety of effective instructional methods.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Post-secondary teaching experience

Knowledge of industry-related software

Education

Master's or doctorate in biology

30 graduate biology credits

Professional medical doctorate

Job description

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Position Title: Adjunct Biology

Department: Academics

Campus: College Wide

Additional Information: Please note: If you are a PSERS retiree, per PSERS guidelines, employment by the College as an adjunct faculty member will result in the suspension of your retirement benefits by PSERS.

Transcripts: Applicants must electronically attach scanable unofficial transcripts when applying to this posting.

Work Hours (for hourly positions): Days and hours vary according to class schedule and the needs of the College and Department.

Salary Grade: Per Contract

Job Category: Adjunct/Faculty

Employment Type: Adjunct Part-Time

Overview

General Summary: The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. To meet these responsibilities, faculty must remain knowledgeable about advances in their disciplines, in learning theory, and in pedagogy. Faculty portfolios will include contributions and program development and show evidence of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

Requirements: Requires one of the following: Master's or doctorate in biology, 30 graduate biology credits, professional medical doctorate (e.g., MD, DDS, DO, DVM), or a master's degree in a recognized biological or medical sub-field. Adjunct faculty must also meet these requirements. Applicants for teaching assignments are expected to have strong communication skills. Applicants are expected to have post-secondary teaching experiences; work experiences in the discipline to be taught; and knowledge of industry-related software and systems, including industry certifications, where appropriate. Degrees must be from an accredited institution.

Duties

The primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus. Develop and measure learning outcomes. Assess student performance and maintain grade records.
Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of instructional methods.
Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.
Work with other program and/or discipline faculty to complete scheduled program reviews and to use the findings to revise the curriculum.
Participate in appropriate professional development activities to assure currency in both discipline, knowledge and instructional methods.
Participate in department/discipline, division, campus, and college meetings and committees.
Participate in college projects, surveys, studies, and reports that relate to the discipline or program.
Collaborate in the development of program and/or discipline promotional materials.
Support the college's goals.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Clearances

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances.

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