Adjunct Faculty, Medical Radiologic Technology

Lone Star College; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 82,380; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tax‑deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Texas seeks to hire an Adjunct Faculty in Medical Radiologic Technology. The role involves teaching various classes and developing engaging lessons to facilitate student learning. Qualified applicants must hold a degree in Radiologic Technology, along with relevant certifications and real-world experience. The position offers a competitive pay of $59.80 per contact hour, emphasizing a supportive and collegial work environment. Flexible scheduling and a focus on work-life balance are also highlighted.

Qualifications

• 2 years non‑teaching work experience in the field is required.
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• License by the Texas Medical Board.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Medical Radiologic Technology courses.
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement.
• Evaluates students to measure their progress.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Demonstrated leadership skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints

Commitment to academic excellence

Demonstrated ability to develop instructional approaches

Ability to engage students in their learning

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

PC workstation

Job description

Purpose and Scope

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part‑time capacity on a semester‑by‑semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Lone Star College accepts application material year‑round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part‑time basis. Adjunct (part‑time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year. As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Essential Job Functions

1. Teaches Medical Radiologic Technology courses at a variety of times and locations
2. Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
3. Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
4. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
5. Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
6. Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
7. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
8. Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
9. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learning
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life‑long learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Physical Abilities

The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters and record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above‑average agility and dexterity.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards typical within the industry.
• Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology and 2 years non‑teaching work experience in the field
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, registration in the pertinent discipline and licensure by the Texas Medical Board, Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program

Salary

$59.80 per contact hour.

Benefits

By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more.

EEO and Background Check

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.