Instructor Biotechnology, BioWork

Wake Technical Community College; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Technical Community College seeks a Biotechnology instructor to teach primarily BioWork and related courses at the Eastern Wake or Southern Wake campuses. The role includes curriculum development, student tutoring, grading, and lab-based learning experiences, with occasional virtual instruction via Blackboard/Canvas.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a related field; Master’s degree preferred and teaching experience in biotechnology or related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Experience working in biotechnology, bioagriculture, biopharmaceutical or biomanufacturing enviroments following SOPs, cGMP, GLP.
• Master's degree preferred; teaching or training experience in biotechnology or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Instructs courses in the Biotechnology department in an efficient and effective manner.
• Tutors students who need assistance learning biotechnology concepts.
• Completes administrative responsibilities such as grading, attendance, testing, and syllabus creation.
• Creates and maintains lab environments and activities that enhance learning for students.
• Learns and uses virtual platforms such as Blackboard and Canvas and conducts virtual instruction as required.
• Maintains regular office hours and participates in college/department committees as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Biotechnology knowledge

Curriculum development

Strong communication

SOPs conformity (cGMP/GLP)

Laboratory safety

Student tutoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline

Master's degree in related discipline (preferred)

Tools

BlackBoard

Canvas

Laboratory or production software systems

Job description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

*Instructs courses in the Biotechnology department in an efficient and effective manner. Courses are predominately BioWork and continuing education but could also include coursework in the Biotechnology AAS degree programs, and industry training. All courses include training materials in career development, such as resume writing, interviewing skills, career fair preparation. The position will be mainly on the Eastern Wake or Southern Wake Campuses. Courses are a variety of offerings, including morning, afternoon, evening and weekend classes, depending on student demand. Instructor schedules are set each semester at the discretion of the division.

*Works with various entities, such as the NC BioNetwork and NC Biotechnology Center, to develop course materials relevant to current trends in the region. Participates and helps coordinate regional career fairs and events that promote hiring of students.

*Tutors students who need assistance learning biotechnology concepts

*Completes administrative responsibilities, such as grading, taking attendance, testing, coursework development, counseling students, creating syllabi, etc.

*Uses a variety of instructional delivery methods and theory to create high-quality learning experiences for students*Creates and maintains lab environments and activities that enhance learning for students

*Learns and uses virtual platforms, such as Blackboard and Canvas regularly and conducts virtual instruction as required

Maintains regular office hours, scheduling time with students as needed

Serves on college or department committees as needed

Maintains professional certifications and seeks out opportunities for development

Participates in graduation exercises, open house events, and ceremonies as requested

Supports coordination of biotechnology division events as needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to be innovative, creative, and motivated

Exhibits good interpersonal skills and work well with others

Able to meet deadlines consistently

Demonstrates good organizational skills

Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision

Communicates effectively, both written and verbal

Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential

Understands the fundamentals of cGMP and industrial safety

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline

Experience working in a biotechnology, bioagriculture, biopharmaceutical or biomanufacturing environment where following SOPs, cGMP, GLP is required.

Preferences:

Master's degree in related discipline

Teaching or training experience in biotechnology or related fields

Experience with technology and software, including computers and web-based resources, such as BlackBoard and Canvas as well as laboratory or production software systems