Lab Instructor, Life Sciences

Forsyth Technical Comunity Clg; Winston-Salem, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, NC, seeks an Biology instructor to design and deliver undergraduate biology courses, guide students through assessments, and contribute to curriculum development. The position emphasizes fostering critical thinking and connecting students to academic and support services.

The role requires maintaining accurate student records, using instructional technology, and collaborating with the department to ensure high-quality instruction and student

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or life sciences as per SACS criteria.
• Knowledge of basic biology labs.
• Flexibility to teach morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend classes.

Responsibilities

• Teach on- and off-campus classes including online formats and dual enrollment programs.
• Grade laboratory assignments and post grades in the LMS.
• Maintain attendance, grade records, and other required college records.
• Deliver instruction using current instructional technologies and the College LMS.
• Adhere to FERPA privacy requirements and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Basic biology labs

Flexible teaching times

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or life sciences

Job description

An instructor is a member of faculty in an academic department and team that supports student achievement and success from recruitment through graduation and beyond, advancing economic mobility, personal empowerment, and transformed communities. An instructor conducts college courses at appropriate quality for undergraduate students as assigned by the Department Chair and approved by the Dean. The instructor facilitates the learning process by designing and implementing appropriate, meaningful instructional activities, and by drawing from the scholarships of teaching and learning and cultivating a supportive learning environment that allows students to think critically and experiment. The instructor evaluates student learning by creating and implementing well-designed assessment tools. Additionally, the instructor participates in curriculum development, mentoring of students, helps students connect with academic and non-academic supports services as needed, and engages in institutional service, professional development, and other duties assigned by the Department Chair and Associate Dean. The instructor also keeps accurate records pertaining to students and adheres to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet minimum SACS criteria of bachelor’s degree in biology or life sciences.
• Knowledge of basic biology labs.
• Flexibility to teach morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend classes as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) academic years of teaching experience.
• Experience teaching at a community college.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work at multiple campuses or offsite locations as necessary.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach on- and off- campus classes as assigned, including online, Career and College Promise and Early College High School.
• Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as designated by the Department Chair and approved by the Division.
• Be available via traditional or electronic means for assistance, for responding to questions, or otherwise assisting the students in a timely manner as outlined by the Department and Division.
• Responsible for grading laboratory assignments in a timely manner and posting grades in the Learning Management System.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining all required College records including attendance, grade records, etc.
• Make recommendations to Department Chair for supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs.
• Remain current on methods of teaching with technology and incorporate instructional technologies to augment instructional delivery and facilitate learning.
• Assume responsibility for being familiar with and adhering to all policies of the College including College-required training.
• Use the College's Learning Management System to deliver online instruction, enhance on-campus instruction in all classes, and post the course syllabus and other handouts.
• Follow the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ) privacy requirements when disseminating student information.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others in a collegial environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned and other related duties incident to the work described herein.

Physical Demands

• The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.
• The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Workplace Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Open Date 10/09/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a bachelor's degree in Biology or Life Sciences?
  • Yes
  • No