Adjunct Faculty - Biological Sciences

Prime Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 1,446,000 - 1,584,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine College of Health Professions in Lewiston, Maine, seeks an Adjunct Faculty- Biology to teach General Education courses across associate and baccalaureate programs in didactic and laboratory settings, using online, face-to-face, and hybrid modalities.

The role emphasizes advising, flexible scheduling (evenings/weekends), collaboration with deans and staff, and support for student success. Compensation is $1,100.00 per credit hour.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related science (biology, anatomy & physiology, microbiology, etc.) from an accredited university.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends may be required).
• Previous teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate program

Responsibilities

• Create a healthy learning environment using varied instructional methods.
• Teach courses – didactic and/or laboratory.
• Guide students toward outcomes with appropriate learning experiences.
• Provide timely feedback on student work.
• Submit grades accurately and on time.
• Advise students according to best practice.
• Participate in curriculum development.
• Engage in activities that advance the College's mission.
• Maintain current academic expertise.
• Communicate effectively with students and faculty.
• Refer students to staff as needed.
• Discuss student issues with staff as needed.
• Provide instructor contact information for syllabi.
• Suggest refinements to course materials.
• Adhere to faculty policies and procedures.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology

Microbiology

Curriculum development

Educational technology

Diversity & inclusion

Lab equipment

Classroom management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Learning theory

Deadlines & multitasking

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in related science

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Overview

Position: Adjunct Faculty- Biology

Facility: Maine College of Health Professions

Location:Lewiston, Maine, 04240

Pay: $1100.00 per credit hour

Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP) is recognized for its excellence and value. Our mission is to enrich lives through providing exceptional education in the healthcare professions. We are a healthcare focused, not-for-profit college in a small city setting.

Maine College of Health Professions provides students a vibrant, engaging, and outcomes-driven learning experience in a small and pioneering educational environment. For the past 135 years, MCHP has offered a unique education that is embedded in one of Maine’s largest healthcare systems. Boasting a tremendous track record of 100% graduate employment for the past 10 years, the College's dedication to mission fulfillment results in exceptional student outcomes. Our environment is one where respect and kindness are prioritized. MCHP faculty and staff are welcomed to innovate, expected to support, and encouraged to laugh.

Maine College of Health Professions is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher education that is home to Maine’s first nursing and medical imaging programs.

Maine College of Health Professions enriches lives through providing exceptional education in health professions, supporting student success, and inspiring lifelong learning. We emphasize interpersonal, interprofessional, and community collaboration, and we prioritize excellence in patient care, student learning, and scholarship.

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.

Responsibilities

The role of MCHP faculty is to provide our students with a vibrant, engaging, and outcomes-driven learning experience in a small and pioneering educational environment. Working with the support of fellow faculty, deans, and staff, MCHP faculty are welcomed to innovate, expected to support, and encouraged to laugh.

General Education faculty teach in MCHP’s associate and baccalaureate degree programs across the institution and provide exemplary student support, including advising. General Education faculty have a unique position among faculty in that that they have influence on students from every program at MCHP. Faculty use a variety of teaching modalities (online, face-to-face, and hybrid) in a variety of settings (didactic and laboratory), have experience and comfort with academic technology, support interprofessional education, and are willing to actively engage in innovation. Faculty are tasked with creating effective student learning experiences that support student success.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

A master's degree in a related science (biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, biological anthropology, etc.) from an accredited university or college. A willingness to work according to a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends may be required). Previous teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate program

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree
• Experience in course design, simulation-based learning, and interprofessional education
• Expertise in the science of effective teaching and learning
• Familiarity with Quality Matters

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology
• Knowledge of laboratory best practices (laboratory courses only)
• Knowledge of curriculum development and planning
• Knowledge of educational technology
• Knowledge and understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
• Skills in operating laboratory equipment (laboratory courses only)
• Skills in effectively managing classes, including planning and student performance assessment
• Skills in communicating well, both orally and in writing
• Skills in in critical thinking/strategic thinking
• Ability to apply learning theory in the classroom
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform a variety of tasks under pressure
• Ability to be self-motivated, self-directed, and work independently
• Ability to adhere to principles of respect, trust, integrity, teamwork, and positive collaboration

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and offer a healthy learning environment that incorporates a variety of instructional methods
• Teach courses – didactic and/or laboratory
• Select learning experiences and guide students in achieving desired outcomes
• Provide constructive, relevant, and timely feedback on student work
• Submit grades in an accurate and timely manner
• Advise students according to best practice
• Participate in curriculum development
• Actively engage in activities that advance the mission and goals of the College
• Maintain academic expertise
• Communicate effectively with students and MCHP faculty and staff
• Provide students with appropriate guidance regarding academic performance
• Refer students to appropriate staff members as needed
• Inform and discuss student issues with MCHP staff members as needed
• Provide instructor‑specific contact information for the course syllabus
• Make recommendations to Instructional Designer for creating/refining course materials
• Adhere to MCHP faculty policies and procedures, as defined in the Faculty Handbook

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Pay Transparency

Maine College of Health Professions compensates adjunct faculty $1,100.00 per credit hour.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

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