Life Sciences Instructor (Adjunct Pool)

Forsyth Technical Comunity Clg; United States; Hybrid; USD 49,386 - 52,762; Part time

Job summary

A community college in the United States is seeking a part-time Life Sciences Instructor to teach courses in general biology and anatomy & physiology. Responsibilities include maintaining student records and administering assessments. The ideal candidate holds a master's degree in a relevant field and has experience in academic teaching, particularly with hybrid and online modalities. This position offers flexibility for teaching online or in-person classes, depending on department needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology or life sciences-related field with relevant coursework.
• Experience teaching hybrid, online, and/or multimodal courses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach general biology or anatomy and physiology courses.
• Maintain records and administer assessments.
• Design inclusive learning experiences.

Education

Master’s degree in biology or life sciences-related field

At least 18 graduate hours in biology or life sciences-related coursework

Job description

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Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Life Sciences Instructor (Adjunct Pool)

Posting Number

Posting Number 2672

Job Schedule

Job Schedule Part Time

Job Shift

Job Shift Varied

OCR Code / Classification

OCR Code / Classification 2 - Instructor - Faculty

Min Salary $35.85

Max Salary $38.30

Work Location

Work Location Main Campus

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Life Sciences Instructor will teach general biology ( BIO ) or anatomy and physiology (A&P) courses. This individual will be responsible for teaching assignments, maintaining records, and administering/grading assessments and examinations.
Depending on department needs each semester, this position will be online or in-person (day or evening classes).

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform such essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Note: Degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a United States Department of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACSCOC .

Required Minimum Qualification:

• Master’s degree in biology or life sciences-related field with at least 18 graduate hours in biology or life sciences-related coursework.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous academic teaching experience at a community college or university
• Experience teaching hybrid, online, and/or multimodal courses
• Experience with distance learning technologies
• Experience with multi-cultural pedagogy and demonstration of developing multi-cultural curricula

Education and/or Experience

• Previous academic teaching experience at a community college or university
• Experience teaching hybrid, online, and/or multimodal courses
• Experience with distance learning technologies
• Experience with multi-cultural pedagogy and demonstration of developing multi-cultural curricula

Teaching and Learning

• Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as designated by the department Chairperson and approved by the Dean.
• Assume responsibility for accurately maintaining all required college records, including attendance and grade reports.
• Construct, administer, and grade examinations.
• Assume responsibility for being familiar with and adhering to all policies of the College.
• Adhere to the departmental course guidelines and ensure that content includes program, state, and SACSCOC -approved competencies.
• Assess student learning using appropriate modalities.
• Appropriately utilize learning management system tools as required by the college and/or department.
• Make recommendations to Department Chair for supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs.
• Incorporate inclusive content and work to eliminate discriminatory and exclusionary content from curriculum.
• Intentionally design learning experiences that extend beyond facilitating classroom instruction and assist students in achieving course, program, and degree outcomes.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 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.

Open Date 11/01/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

If you need assistance, please contact HR at 336-734-7302. AA

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master’s degree or higher with at least 18 graduate hours in biology?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate your teaching preference:
  • In-person
  • Online
  • Either