Adjunct Faculty (Biocon Biopharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Control), Henry E. Riggs School[...]

The Claremont Colleges Services; United States; On-site; USD 27,900 - 167,400; Part time

Job summary

The Claremont Colleges Services is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to instruct the Biopharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Control course. This position requires a commitment to innovative teaching and active learning. Responsibilities include evaluating student performance and offering high-quality instruction.

A Master’s degree in a relevant field is required, with a Doctoral degree preferred. The role is part-time and offers a salary ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 per semester, dependent on the credits per course.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• Prior experience in active teaching preferred.
• Experience with curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality student instruction.
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet student needs.

Skills

Innovative teaching

Active learning

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Tools

Canvas learning management system

Job description

Position Overview

The primary responsibilities of the Adjunct Faculty member are the instruction and coordination of the Biopharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Control course for the Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences. Candidates will have a strong commitment to innovative teaching and active learning. The course will be taught in the spring.

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to the concepts and requirements for global pharmaceutical quality compliance, including current Good manufacturing practices (cGMP), quality considerations for biosimilars, stability of biotechnology products, FDA inspection processes, and other quality aspects associated with the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals.

Partnership Program

Biocon-KGI program is a partnership program that aims to develop industry‑ready talent for India’s rapidly growing biopharma sector through hands‑on, synchronous online education.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Doctoral degree is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• Prior experience in active teaching preferred.
• Experience with the Canvas learning management system is a plus.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provides high‑quality student instruction.
• Evaluates student performance (e.g., written assignments, examinations, in‑class activities).
• Provides remedial instruction as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and collaboratively with other departments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing, ability to listen to all points of view, build consensus and inform others of policies and decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Hours, Classification, and Status

This is a part‑time, exempt, adjunct faculty position and is not eligible for benefits. Schedules will vary depending on course assignments and the needs of the department or the Institute. The base salary range for this position is $2,500 – $15,000 per semester, depending on credits per course.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Maintain good concentration while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans.
• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to hear within normal parameters.
• Ability to bend and stoop (e.g., to file).
• Ability to move about.
• Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs. (e.g., to lift or move office supplies, files, books, and packages).
• Ability to travel locally, depending on business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Keck Graduate Institute is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Keck Graduate Institute is a participating employer in E‑Verify.