Biology Generalist - Part-Time Evening/Weekend Lecturer

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 1,723,377 - 1,826,697; Part time

Job summary

Oakton College is seeking part-time biology instructors to teach across multiple courses including BIO 101 and BIO 240, with duties spanning syllabus construction, lecture preparation, and student assessment. Candidates should be available evenings and weekends and willing to teach online as needed.

Starting pay is $1,251 per LHE for non-doctoral faculty or $1,326 per LHE for faculty with doctorates, with advancement after two fall and spring semesters of teaching 3+ LHEs each semester.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology or biology education with 18 graduate hours in biology.
• Doctoral degree in biology or related field preferred.
• Teaching experience at educational institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construct course syllabus aligned with course objectives and grading criteria.
• Prepare presentations and instructional materials for lectures and labs.
• Deliver instruction and meet courses at scheduled times.
• Consult with and evaluate students.
• Maintain records of student performance and attendance.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student assessment

Education

Master's degree in biology (18 graduate hours)

Doctoral degree in biology or related field (preferred)

Job description

Oakton College is seeking part-time biology instructors to teach across multiple courses including BIO 101 and BIO 240, with duties spanning syllabus construction, lecture preparation, and student assessment. Candidates should be available evenings and weekends and willing to teach online as needed.

Starting pay is $1,251 per LHE for non-doctoral faculty or $1,326 per LHE for faculty with doctorates, with advancement after two fall and spring semesters of teaching 3+ LHEs each semester.