Biology (Introductory and General) - Adjunct Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 1,377,600 - 1,653,120; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and safe leave

Free parking with permit

Retirement savings options (403b, 457b)

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking Adjunct Biology faculty to teach Introductory and General Biology courses at the Community College of Baltimore County.

Candidates must have a Master of Science in Biology or a related field for lecture positions, with teaching responsibilities including preparing instruction and student support. The position offers competitive pay at $1,085 per credit hour, and faculty may teach up to 22 credit hours annually.

Qualifications

• A Master of Science in Biology or related field required for lecture instructors.
• A Bachelor of Science with appropriate education and experience required for lab instructors.
• Instructional experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Introductory and General Biology courses at various campuses.
• Prepare and deliver instruction and coordinate with College staff.
• Help students during office hours and participate in departmental activities.

Education

Master of Science in Biology or related field

Bachelor of Science with appropriate education and experience

Job description

Class Description

CCBC is the college of choice for over 50,000 students and 200 businesses each year— all with unique goals, strengths and requirements. By offering a holistic learning environment that is both accepting and challenging, we meet students where they are and take them where they want to go. We offer the region’s most expansive selection of degree, certificate and workplace certification programs at 3 campuses plus 3 convenient CCBC centers along with off‑site community locations.

Responsibilities

Adjunct Biology faculty are needed to teach day and evening Introductory and General Biology courses at the Community College of Baltimore County (campus may vary). Faculty facilitate learning by preparing and delivering instruction, cooperate with college support staff by timely submission of materials for duplication and grades, and coordinate activities with the Department Chairperson or discipline coordinator. Adjunct faculty will be available to help students during one office hour each week (for each class), will participate in some departmental or college activities, and are encouraged to participate in professional development.

Qualifications

• A Master of Science in Biology or related field with appropriate coursework is required for lecture instructors.
• A Bachelor of Science with appropriate education and experience is required for lab instructors.
• Instructional experience is preferred.

Adjunct Level

Adjunct Level 1 – $1,085 per credit hour. Adjunct faculty may teach up to 22 credit hours each year and usually teach no more than 11 credits each semester.

Campus Locations

Catonsville, Dundalk & Essex, MD.

Benefits

Supplemental (Retirement Annuities) 403(b) and 457(b)

• Tax‑sheltered annuities – 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint – Human Resources Forms.
• Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allow employees to contribute after‑tax dollars and then withdraw tax‑free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA-CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part‑Time Associates and Full‑time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre‑tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post‑tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
• Deferred Compensation Plan — 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint – Human Resources Forms.

Parking

Free. Must obtain a parking permit from the Department of Public Safety to use on all campuses.

Sick and Safe Leave

CCBC is pleased to offer paid sick and safe leave for part‑time employees. Paid sick and safe leave is earned by all part‑time employees including credit and non‑credit adjunct faculty, part‑time associates and other part‑time employees.