Basic Sciences Adjunct Faculty

Touro University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,312 - 206,640; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in New York seeks a Basic Sciences Adjunct Faculty member responsible for teaching and mentorship in microbiology, biochemistry, and related fields. This part-time position offers flexibility and requires a graduate-level degree with expertise in instructional design and assessment. Responsibilities include preparing lectures, mentoring students, and serving on relevant committees.

Qualifications

• Graduate level degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular biology, or related field.
• Proficient in instructional design, effective communication and assessment techniques.
• Basic computer skills supporting Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures or laboratory lessons on assigned topics.
• Participate in assessment of student performance.
• Advise and mentor students.

Skills

Proficient in relevant content expertise

Instructional design

Effective communication

Conflict management

Research techniques

Education

Graduate level degree (Master’s or Doctoral)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Overview
A faculty member with the rank of instructor in Basic Sciences is responsible for teaching in lecture and/or laboratory settings. They are assigned to provide instruction in a portion of the curriculum for which they have suitable training and experience, including:

• Microbiology or Immunology
• Biochemistry
• Molecular biology, Genetics
• Physiology

Responsibilities
The basic responsibilities of this position include:

• Prepare and deliver lectures or laboratory lessons on assigned topics
• Participate in assessment of student performance through appropriate examination methods
• Promote an appropriate atmosphere for student education and be responsive to students' needs
• Serve on TOUROCOM committees as assigned
• Provide reports, budgetary information, and other documents as requested by Department Chairs, Directors, and Deans
• Advise and mentor students
• Participate in medical student admission interviews

Qualifications

Education, Preparation, and Training

• Graduate level degree (Master’s or Doctoral) in any of the topics mentioned in the job responsibilities section

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in relevant content expertise, research techniques, instructional design, delivery and assessment, course management, psychometrics/statistics, learning theory, public speaking, effective communication, conflict management
• Basic computer skills supporting the Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel, and software used to prepare and administer written exams electronically

Physical Demands

• Able to lift 5 lbs

Salary Range

• Maximum: USD $150.00/hr
• Minimum: USD $120.00/hr

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education

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