Human Biology Instructor - Lectures, Labs & TA Mentoring

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University invites applications for an Instructor of Biology to teach a single section of Human biology for health sciences. The course covers human anatomy and physiology for freshmen non-majors, with a 3-hour weekly lecture and 2-hour weekly lab, taught as a dual credit course at West Las Vegas High School.

The candidate will deliver lectures, prepare labs, grade assessments, and supervise a Teaching Assistant in the lab sessions, with emphasis on supporting Hispanic

Qualifications

• Masters or Ph.D. in Biology or at least 18 graduate biology credits.
• Experience teaching with Hispanic students is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach three hours of lecture weekly and two hours of labs.
• Prepare labs and ensure they are ready for the next professor.
• Grade exams and papers in a timely manner.
• Hold limited office hours for student consultation.
• Direct and mentor a Teaching Assistant that will help with lab activities.

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Student engagement

Education

Masters or PhD in Biology

18 graduate credits in biology

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University invites applications for an Instructor of Biology to teach a single section of Human biology for health sciences. The course covers human anatomy and physiology for freshmen non-majors, with a 3-hour weekly lecture and 2-hour weekly lab, taught as a dual credit course at West Las Vegas High School.

The candidate will deliver lectures, prepare labs, grade assessments, and supervise a Teaching Assistant in the lab sessions, with emphasis on supporting Hispanic