Adjunct Faculty - Biology

Henry Ford College; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford College is seeking part-time Biology faculty members to uphold academic standards and foster a respectful learning environment. Candidates must possess a Master's degree or higher in Biology or a related field, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Biological disciplines. Preferred candidates will have two years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include maintaining course material mastery, ensuring student engagement, grading assignments, and participating in professional development. This position offers an opportunity to positively impact student learning at a respected institution.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Biology or related field required.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uphold scholarly and ethical standards.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Foster honest academic conduct.
• Respect students as individuals in a classroom.
• Demonstrate mastery of course material.
• Be available for student consultations.
• Meet all scheduled classes and exams.

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related field

18 graduate credit hours in Biological discipline

Job description

Position Description Summary

Henry Ford College invites applications for part-time Biology faculty positions.

Core Competencies And Qualifications

The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following:

• Earned Master’s degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Biology or Biology related field required OR Master's degree or higher with minimum 18 graduate credit hours in Biological discipline required.
• Two (2) years teaching experience preferred.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Uphold the best scholarly and ethical standards of his or her discipline.
• Make a reasonable effort to participate in professional development activities in order to identify and implement effective teaching strategies that foster student learning.
• Make a reasonable effort to foster honest academic conduct and ensure that his or her evaluations of students reflect each student’s performance.
• Demonstrate respect for students as individuals and foster a respectful atmosphere in the classroom or an online learning environment.
• Treat all students with respect and fairness without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, weight, height, marital status, familial status, protected disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief or any other status protected by law.
• Demonstrate mastery of course material, come to class prepared to teach the day’s lesson (including preparing all handouts, exams or other materials before the start of class), and present the material conscientiously.
• Teach course(s) in accordance with the description in the Course Master and in accordance with Department and/or standardized course policies. It is recognized that the methods, procedures, and interpretations of various instructors may differ.
• Make himself or herself available for student consultations and provide guidance to students to promote student learning and success.
• Meet all scheduled classes and final examinations as scheduled.
• Grade and return written work to students in a timely manner. Maintain appropriate records of students’ attendance, intermediate, and final grades; submit required reports to the appropriate office by the scheduled deadlines.
• Develop and distribute an effective course syllabus, following the guidelines of College policies and incorporating required elements of the course master; adhere to the written syllabus throughout the semester, within reasonable limits; participate in the College course evaluation process.
• Be informed of the Colleges support services for students and recommend their use, when advisable.
• Make every reasonable effort to attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Behave appropriately in dealing with students and staff so as to maintain a scholarly and professional atmosphere.
• Notify the Associate Dean as soon as possible if unable to meet scheduled class session; schedule personal vacations to coincide with the College.
• Responsible for performing, analyzing and reporting assessment of student learning.