Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology/Biology (Full-Time)

College-of-the-Albemarle; Elizabeth City (NC); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

College of the Albemarle seeks a Full-Time Instructor in Anatomy and Physiology/Biology for a 9-month term starting Spring 2027, with anticipated start January 6, 2027. The instructor will provide biology/anatomy expertise, employ diverse teaching strategies, and utilize new technologies to promote student-centered learning.

Supervision by the Department Chair, Natural Sciences, and duties include curriculum development and advising, with off-site and hybrid class options as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Proficiency with standard office software.
• Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills.

Responsabilités

• Teach courses in Anatomy/Physiology and Biology including evening/ off-site/ distance options.
• Develop, update and evaluate syllabi and curriculum materials.
• Maintain attendance/grade records and submit reports timely.

Connaissances

Communication

Computer literacy

Organization & time management

Formation

Master's in Anatomy/Physiology

Master's in Biology with Anatomy/Physiology focus

Description du poste

This position is expected to start Spring 2027 semester. Anticipated start date start on January 6, 2027.

Position Subject to Availability of Budgeted Funds

Salary based on experience.

9 Month position

The role of the Full-Time (FT) Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology/Biology is to provide knowledge in his/her field of expertise and to promote various student-centered learning activities that will stimulate an interest in critical thinking and a desire for life-long learning. Various teaching strategies, learning styles and delivery methods including new technology systems will be utilized to reach this goal.

The FT Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology/Biology receives supervision from the Department Chair, Natural Sciences.

• Implements college goals as related to instructional area.
• Prepares, teaches and evaluates assigned instructional courses.
• Teaches evening classes, classes at other campuses and/or off-site locations, distance education classes, Internet classes or hybrid classes based on instructional and/or staffing needs as required.
• Updates course syllabi to reflect changes.
• Develops supplemental teaching materials to augment courses.
• Implements new teaching strategies as appropriate
• Evaluates textbooks for relevancy, quality and currency, making recommendations as necessary per established policy.
• Maintains accurate records of students' attendance and performance.
• Submits reports in accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in development of curriculum course schedule.
• Participates in planning to identify needed courses (current and future).
• Adheres to assigned teaching load/hours.
• Makes recommendations for assigned courses based on evaluation criteria/process.
• Makes recommendations for new courses per constraints of common course library and/or NCCCS guidelines.
• Integrates new technology in instructional delivery methods.
• Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of goals and objectives for instructional area of the college.
• Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of the activities and operations of the instructional area of the college.
• Participates in annual review of instructional program.
• Supplies information/data for the annual department budget based on stated goals.
• Adheres to/enforces policies and procedures related to academic area.
• Integrates teaching methods that are student-oriented/student-focused.
• Submits requests for instructional supplies as needed.
• Maintains a hazard-free environment and practices safety in the classroom.
• Provides guidance and advice to assigned student advisees.
• Registers advisees.
• Maintains weekly office hours per college guidelines or as designated by off-campus assigned location.
• Attends advisement workshops and remains current in new technologies regarding registration.
• Keeps students advised of their progress in class.
• Writes letters of recommendations for students on request if appropriate.
• Participates in student recruitment activities.
• Incorporates retention strategies to encourage students to stay in programs.
• Stays abreast of new developments and changes in academic field.
• Participates in professional development as appropriate, as related to instructional area, new teaching methods, new technology, and professional organizations (locally, statewide, and nationally).
• Requests funding necessary to participate in professional development activities.
• Assists with faculty recruitment, orientation and mentoring.
• Participates in activities that enhance the college mission.
• Participates in College's Institutional Effectiveness Plan.
• Participates in Faculty Senate.
• Serves on College's standing committees and ad hoc committees as requested.
• Attends Fall Convocation, graduations and other College meetings as scheduled.
• Serves as advisor to student clubs or organizations as appropriate.
• Participates in administrative activities related to student admissions, progression and graduation, as requested.
• Adheres to college's policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Master's degree in Anatomy/Physiology, or Master's degree in Biology with a concentration in Anatomy/Physiology, or Master's degree in a closely related field with 18 graduate semester hours of Anatomy/Physiology from a regionally accredited college or university.

Desired:

• Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours of Anatomy/Physiology and 18 hours graduate semester hours of Biology from a regionally accredited college or university.

Knowledge of:

• The NCCCS community college system and COA, and a commitment to their mission.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Use a computer efficiently, especially standard office software.
• Demonstrate organizational and time management skills.