Adjunct Instructor - Micobiology -Corona, In Person

Westcliff University; Corona (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Westcliff University seeks an adjunct faculty member in Microbiology to teach across online, on-campus, and hybrid formats. The role involves delivering lectures, guiding lab activities, and aligning course objectives with program outcomes to support student success.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree (Doctoral degree preferred) with five years of university teaching experience and a demonstrated commitment to educating a diverse student population.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctoral degree from a regionally or internationally accredited institution.
• Experience teaching online, on-campus, or in hybrid format.
• Five years experience teaching at the university level in the discipline.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and managing your syllabus and corresponding materials.
• Facilitating class instruction utilizing your experience and passion for your field.
• Teaching your assigned classes in accordance with Westcliff University's learning objectives and session plan outlines.
• Administering evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and rubrics.
• Posting course grades on our Learning Management System (LMS).
• Responding promptly to grade determination and providing detailed timely feedback.
• Submitting grades for assignments, discussion board exercises, exams and discussions promptly.
• Participating in Faculty Senate, programmatic development and committee work.
• Adhering to Westcliff University protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Online teaching

Hybrid teaching

University‑level teaching

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's Degree (Required)

Doctoral Degree preferred

Job description

Description

What if your next job wasn’t just a role, but a place where you truly felt valued, inspired, and empowered?

Imagine working for a company that’s dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering others, while fostering a family-like atmosphere that genuinely respects and appreciates every team member.

Now, imagine that this company also offers:

• A flexible hybrid work schedule


• Strong, guiding values that drive everything we do


• Outstanding benefits to support your well-being


• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

Does that sound like a place where you’d thrive? If so, keep reading, because this is exactly what Westcliff University is all about.

Here’s a glimpse of what makes our culture amazing: At Westcliff, we strive to be the best in all we do, celebrating and supporting each team member as we grow and succeed together. As a global leader in innovative education, we’re known for our transformative, tech-driven programs and our unwavering commitment to excellence, social responsibility, and diversity.

Educate. Inspire. Empower. – perfectly sums up our mission: to create opportunities for students and employees to achieve success through hard work and empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion are at our core. At Westcliff, we embrace diversity in every form. Regardless of your race, gender, sexual orientation, family status, religion, ethnicity, national origin, physical ability, veteran status, or age – you belong here.

By joining the Westcliff team, you’ll have the chance to leave your personal mark on a growing institution, helping us shape the future of education while being part of a supportive and innovative community.

Ready to feel inspired and appreciated while making a real difference?

If you are looking for an opportunity to use your skills as a professor in the areas of:

• Microbiology

Requirements

Adjunct Faculty-GE Sciences

Under the direction of the College of Nursing Program Chairs of the Undergraduate and Masters programs, you will engage in the following:

• Reviewing and managing your syllabus and corresponding materials


• Facilitating class instruction utilizing your experience and passion for your field


• Teaching your assigned classes in accordance with Westcliff University's learning objectives and session plan outlines


• Administering evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and rubrics


• Posting course grades on our Learning Management System (LMS)


• Responding promptly to grade determination and providing detailed timely feedback


• Submitting grades for assignments, discussion board exercises, exams and discussions promptly


• Participating in Faculty Senate, programmatic development and committee work


• Adhering to Westcliff University protocols


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Masters or Doctoral degree from a regionally or internationally accredited institution in or closely related to your field. Will consider Doctorate degrees in progress, provided the candidate has at least 15 credits in the specialism they wish to teach

• Experience teaching online, on-campus, or in hybrid format


• Five years experience teaching at the university level in your discipline


• Demonstrated commitment to teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds

Education:

• Masters Degree from a regionally or internationally accredited institution or equivalent (Required), Doctoral Degree preferred.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis, unless otherwise contractually bound.

Westcliff University is an Equal Opportunity Employer