Life Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool

Howard Community College; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Howard Community College is seeking enthusiastic adjunct instructors to teach Life Sciences courses in biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, environmental sciences, genetics, cell biology, and botany. Courses are offered in face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats with weekday, weekend, and evening opportunities.

Join a team with small class sizes and well-equipped labs to inspire students across the college.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in subject or related area required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in alignment with course objectives.
• Use applicable technology and pedagogical principles to teach in various formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online, remote).
• Complete required trainings and professional development.
• Prepare course syllabi following department guidelines.
• Deliver instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using approved assessment tools.
• Maintain timely communication with students and manage grades in the LMS.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Title

Life Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool

Location & Schedule

Part Time, Hours Per Week: Varies depending on course; Work Schedule: Varies depending on course. Position Salary Range: See adjunct faculty pay rates for current fiscal year.

Summary

The Department of Life Sciences (Division of Health and Sciences) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated adjunct instructors to teach various life science courses, including lecture and lab instruction. Classes are offered in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, fully online, and hybrid modes of instruction. Weekday, weekend and evening teaching opportunities are available. Join our team of dedicated instructors to inspire and educate the next generation of scientists and to instill fundamental scientific competence in students across the college. Enjoy small class sizes, supportive coordinators, well-equipped classrooms, and top‑of‑the‑line lab facilities and equipment. Earn additional income while conveying your passion and expertise to a diverse and motivated student population. The Department of Life Sciences is looking for adjunct faculty to teach in these subjects:

• Biology (for majors and non‑majors)
• Microbiology
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Environmental Sciences
• Genetics
• Cell Biology
• Botany

Note that applications are reviewed periodically by department chairs and course coordinators on an as‑needed basis to staff courses in fall, winter, spring, and summer terms. Approximately 10‑30 new adjuncts are hired every year. Your application enters you into an adjunct pool that is monitored during specific times of year, not continuously.

Additional Salary Information: To view our current compensation, please visit the webpage at: Human Resources | Howard Community College.

Essential Role Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in alignment with course objectives.
• Use applicable technology and pedagogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
• Complete required institutional trainings, trainings for teaching online and professional development.
• Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus.
• Plan and deliver appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department.
• Inform students in a timely manner of their progress. Maintain an up‑to‑date electronic grade book and enter final grades by the established due date.
• Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course.
• Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as needed.
• Maintain regular communication with students, including timely replies to student emails. Use the assigned HCC email for communication within the department and with students.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's degree

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in subject or related area to teach laboratories, master's degree in subject or related areas to teach lectures
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Division & Department

Division: Teaching & Learning Services

Department: Health & Sciences

EEO Statement

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affiliated Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.