Clinical Genetics - Actionability and Genome Editing, (Adjunct Pool), Henry E. Riggs School of [...]

The Claremont Colleges Services; United States; On-site; USD 27,900 - 167,400; Part time

Job summary

The Claremont Colleges Services is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the course CAG 9011 Clinical Genetics: Actionability and Genome Editing at Keck Graduate Institute. This part-time, exempt position requires a Master’s degree and experience in clinical genomics or online teaching.

Responsibilities include providing quality instruction and evaluating student performance. The salary ranges from $2,500 to $15,000 per semester based on course credits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience in online teaching and in industry or academic research in clinical genomics.
• Prior experience teaching active learning (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality student instruction.
• Evaluate student performance through assignments and examinations.

Skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability to changing priorities

Education

Master’s degree

Ph.D. (preferred)

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

Overview

The primary responsibility of the Adjunct Faculty member is teaching the course CAG 9011 Clinical Genetics: Actionability and Genome Editing in the Certificate in Applied Genomics program at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) (Spring, 3 credit hours).

Course Description

This executive‑education course explores how genetic and genomic information can impact patient medical management, including the design, validation, and approval of genetic diagnostic products, the use of whole genome, whole exome, and targeted sequencing approaches, precision therapeutics, pharmacogenomics, and the utility of gene therapy and genome editing, with attention to ethical and regulatory considerations.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree required; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience in online teaching and in industry or academic research in clinical genomics.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior experience teaching active learning (preferred).
• Experience with Canvas Learning Management System is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality student instruction.
• Evaluate student performance through written assignments, examinations, and in‑class activities; provide remedial instruction as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and collaborate with other departments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to listen, build consensus, and inform others of policies and decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Hours, Classification, and Status

This is a part‑time, exempt adjunct faculty position and is not eligible for benefits. Schedules vary depending on course assignments. The base salary range is $2,500 – $15,000 per semester, depending on credits per course.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Maintain good concentration while dealing with interruptions; attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy.
• Ability to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans, and articulate goals and action plans.
• Sitting, standing, bending, and stooping for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs.
• Local travel as required for business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Keck Graduate Institute is an equal‑opportunity employer. It does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KGI participates in E‑Verify.