Adjunct Faculty in Biology

Schreiner University; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Schreiner University is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member in Biology to deliver course content in person, lead lectures and discussions, and assess student work in undergraduate courses. The role includes preparing syllabi, maintaining attendance records, and issuing final grades.

Typical duties also involve office hours and student communication via Canvas and Outlook. The position is part-time and based on campus in Kerrville, TX, with responsibilities aligned to department standards and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biology or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in biology.
• Canvas LMS experience preferred.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content in person and conduct lectures.
• Facilitate discussions in undergraduate lectures and/or labs.
• Grade assignments, exams, and other assessments promptly.
• Develop syllabi according to department standards and maintain attendance.
• Submit final grades and hold office hours; communicate with students via Canvas and Outlook.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in Biology with 18 graduate hours

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities of an Adjunct Faculty member in Biology include delivering course content in person, conducting lectures, and facilitating discussions in undergraduate lectures and/or laboratory courses as assigned. The adjunct instructor’s role also includes grading assignments, exams, and other assessments in a reasonable time period. Developing syllabi according to the department’s standards, maintaining attendance, and submitting final grades. Additionally, adjuncts are responsible for holding office hours and communicating with students via Canvas learning management software and Outlook email.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read computer screens and mail, email, and talk on the phone.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as it pertains to students grades.
• Ability to meet classes or labs at regularly scheduled times.

Working conditions include lecture halls and laboratory space.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Required Master's degree in Biology or a similar degree with at least 18 graduate hours in biology required

Preferred experience working with Canvas

Preferred experience teaching experience