Adjunct Faculty, Biological Sciences

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A Florida educational institution seeks an Adjunct Faculty with a Master’s degree in Biology to teach and support student success through effective teaching strategies. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, and instructing various biology classes, with an emphasis on fostering a positive learning environment. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to quality instruction and possess strong communication skills. Flexible hours may vary depending on enrollment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of learning-centered approach to teaching.
• Teaching experience and professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes as assigned.
• Support curricula improvement for student success.
• Plan and organize classes based on enrollment.

Skills

English reading, writing and speaking skills

Ability to utilize technology

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Understanding of diverse student populations

Professional and courteous demeanor

Education

Master’s degree in Biology

Master's Degree with 18 Graduate Hours in Relevant Fields

Job description

Teaching strategies will be incorporated to foster student learning, success and retention. Adjunct faculty will work with other faculty in support of curricula improvement as appropriate to promote students' success and mastery of course and program competencies. The person in this position will plan, organize and teach classes as assigned. Flexible hours, days and assigned campus location may vary due to enrollment.

Responsibilities:
Teaching strategies will be incorporated to foster student learning, success and retention. Adjunct faculty will work with other faculty in support of curricula improvement as appropriate to promote students' success and mastery of course and program competencies. The person in this position will plan, organize and teach classes as assigned. Flexible hours, days and assigned campus location may vary due to enrollment.

Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Biology
OR
Master's Degree From a Regionally Accredited Institution With At Least 18 Graduate Hours In Any Combination Of The Following Qualifying Fields

• Anatomy & Physiology
• Biochemistry
• Biology
• Biomedical Sciences
• Biotechnology
• Botany
• Conservation Biology
• Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Genetics
• Marine Biology
• Microbiology
• Molecular Biology
• Oceanography (with a Biology emphasis)
• Pharmacology (with a Biology emphasis)
• Zoology

Desired Qualifications:
Demonstrated understanding of the learning centered approach to teaching with teaching experience and professional certification.

Knowledge, Abilities & Skills:

• A personal and professional commitment to creating an atmosphere of quality instruction at SSC.
• English reading, writing and speaking skills at the native level of fluency.
• Ability to utilize technology and innovative pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning.
• Understanding of and commitment to working with a diverse student population in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.

Work Environment And Special Considerations:

• Works in a classroom/lab setting.
• Flexible hours, days and assigned campus location may vary due to enrollment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.