Biology Instructor

Columbus Technical College; Georgia; On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Chattahoochee Technical College is seeking a Biology Instructor to teach biology courses, develop syllabi, set learning goals, and evaluate student progress. The role includes preparing required documentation, participating in staff development, and assisting with advisement and tutoring.

The assignment may require lab setup, safety oversight, and potential instruction on multiple campuses; relocation could be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with at least 18 graduate hours in Biology.
• Three years paid teaching experience; excellent written and oral communications and computer skills.
• PhD degree in Biology (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Instructs biology courses; develops syllabi, goals, and objectives.
• Evaluates student progress toward goals; prepares documentation and reports.
• Maintains lab setup, safety, and orders lab equipment and supplies.
• Participates in college committees and community service; recruits and supports students.

Education

Master’s degree in Biology

Tools

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Computer skills

Job description

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Job Title: Biology Instructor

Agency: Chattahoochee Technical College

Job Requisition ID: JR0000006661

Shift: Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $62,972/YR

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: BIOLOGY INSTRUCTOR

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under supervision of Associate Dean of Science and Dean of Arts and Sciences, performs all aspects of instruction for academic Biology courses; develops course syllabi, goals, and objectives; evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports; attends staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences; assists in academic support services, including advisement and tutoring. Performs and/or supervises lab set up/take down and ensures lab safety requirements are followed; submits lab equipment and supply orders. Serves on college committees, participates in community service activities, and/or participates in college initiatives; meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues; assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts; could be required to provide instruction on multiple campuses. Employment is with Chattahoochee Technical College and not with an individual campus. All employees are subject to work relocation based on college needs. Although no position is specific to an individual campus, this position will require the individual to provide instruction on multiple campuses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Educational Level: A Master’s degree in Biology from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Biology coursework.

• Three years paid teaching experience, preferably in a fulltime position. Excellent written and oral communications skills along with excellent computer skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (In addition to the minimum qualifications)

• PhD degree in Biology.
• Graduate hours in Microbiology, Anatomy & Physiology.
• Additional eighteen graduate semester hours in chemistry.
• Postsecondary teaching experience with computer-assisted instruction, instructional technology, and student advisement/registration.

SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary $62,972 annually. Benefits include: paid holidays, annual leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program. Please be aware that all Chattahoochee Technical College employees must be paid by DIRECT DEPOSIT unless exempted by the State Accounting Office based on “hardship” evidence provided by the employee.

RESPONSE DEADLINE: Open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.

EMPLOYMENT POLICY: Chattahoochee Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. Inquiries related to the college’s accreditation by the Commission may be directed to SACSCOC, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or telephone [phone]. Questions related to admissions and the policies, programs, and practices of Chattahoochee Technical College should be directed to the College.

As set forth in its student catalog, Chattahoochee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Chattahoochee Technical College Title IX Coordinator, Shanequa “Nickkie” Warrington, Marietta Campus, 980 South Cobb Drive, Building C 1102B, Marietta, GA 30060, 770-975-4023, or [e-mail], and Chattahoochee Technical College Section 504 Coordinator, Caitlin Barton, 5198 Ross Road, Building A1320, Acworth, GA 30102, [phone], or [e-mail]

A unit of the Technical college system of Georgia

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and -compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.