Biology Adjunct Faculty

University of La Verne; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 31,913 - 45,452; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Hub (discount perks)

Free Parking

Adjunct Faculty Development Funds

Discounted lunches at the Spot

10% off at the University Bookstore

Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)

Retirement Contribution Plan

Medical benefits (must meet hours)

Job summary

A private not-for-profit university in La Verne, California, is seeking part-time faculty for its undergraduate biology program. The successful candidate will teach a range of courses including General Biology and Biochemistry. A Master’s or Doctorate in Biology is required, alongside teaching experience. This role provides a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse student body while fostering a positive learning community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biology or related field, with teaching assistant experience.
• Doctorate degree preferred, with college-level teaching experience.
• Combinations of education and experience may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in a range of biology courses.
• Hold full course responsibility for the courses taught.
• Engage with the departmental curriculum.

Skills

Teaching experience

Master's degree in Biology

PhD in Biology

Course development

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related field

Doctorate Degree in Biology or related field

Job description

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

Biology Department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals interested in assignments teaching part-time for the undergraduate biology program. The successful candidate will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of biology courses including, but not limited to: General Biology, Biochemistry & Environmental Biology or Microbiology and Human Anatomy/Physiology, and the associated laboratories. Further information regarding the department curriculum and its faculty may be obtained from the departmental website at: https://artsci.laverne.edu/biology/

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or related field from a regionally-accredited institution with at least one year experience as a teaching assistant at the collegiate-level (full course responsibility preferred).
• Doctorate Degree in Biology or related field from a regionally-accredited institution with at least one year experience as a teaching assistant at the collegiate-level (full course responsibility preferred).
• The Equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments in the field may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.

Benefits Summary

• Benefit Hub (discount perks)
• Free Parking
• Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
• Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
• 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
• Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)
• Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory – Voluntary Contribution at anytime
• Medical (must meet hours)
• Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.

Physical Demands Summary

Hiring Pay Rate

Hiring Salary Per Hiring Rank:

Adjunct Professor (with terminal degree): $28.08

Posting Number

AF040P

Job Open Date

08/01/2020

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Advertising Summary

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• Which courses are you interested in/able to teach? Be sure to include department name and course number.

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