Instructor of Biology (50319)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 4,000 - 4,600; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach General Biology for majors and non‑majors at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM.

The position covers 4 credit hours per course with dual credit options for local schools, compensating $4,200 per course. Requirements include a Master’s in Biology or 18 graduate biology credits, with preference for candidates familiar with local Hispanic student populations.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in Biology or at least 18 graduate biology credits.
• Ability to deliver lectures and engage students in biology topics.
• Experience with lab instruction and supervising a teaching assistant.

Responsibilities

• Teach three hours of lecture per week and two hours of lab time.
• Prepare labs and ensure readiness for next instructor.
• Grade exams and papers in a timely manner, with office hours for student consultation.

Skills

Lecture delivery

Student engagement

Labs supervision

TA mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Biology

18 graduate biology credits

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Las Vegas, NM 87701

Position Type: Part Time - Reg

Education Level: Masters Degree

Job Category: Faculty

Description

Position Summary

Teach General Biology for majors or non‑majors. These courses deal with general aspects of biology at the lower or upper level. Subjects may be Conservation Biology, Ornithology, general biology or others. They are composed of a three hour a week lecture and two hours a week lab. The course may be taught as a dual credit course for the local school systems.

4 Credit Hours - $4200

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach three hours of lecture a week and two hours of labs with all the duties that it implies in terms of preparation of classes, timely grading of exams and papers, holding limited office hours for student consultation. The candidate must also prepare the labs and make sure they are clean and ready for the next professor before the lab time expires. Successful candidate will also direct and mentor a Teaching Assistant that will help with the lab activities.

Qualifications

Candidate needs a Master's in Biology or a related field or no less than 18 graduate credits in biology. Previous experience teaching with Hispanic students is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be familiar with the local communities and the preparation of students in our school district.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidate must be able to deliver lectures and engage students in the course content. They also need to be proficient in the basic concepts of human biology and the importance of maintaining homeostasis in health care and health sciences.

EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness.

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