Part - Time Instructor, JUMPSTART - Biology - FY 2027

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada (CSN) invites applications for a Part-time Instructor in Biology for the Jump Start program at a Clark County high school. The role involves teaching college-level biology with a lab component, introducing concepts of organism structure, function, ecology and evolution, and helping satisfy the lab science GE requirement.

The position is part-time, with a 48.8% FTE, paying $1,000 per class per semester.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be pre-approved by the Biological Science Department and the Dual Credit & Early College Programing before submitting an application.
• MS degree must include research leading to thesis or dissertation; MA or MEd without research typically not acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Teach college-level Biology courses with an accompanying lab at a high school site.
• Prepare lectures, grade work, and assess student progress in the Jump Start program.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Education

MS in Biology

Job description

## Part - Time Instructor, JUMPSTART - Biology - FY 2027Applylocations: CSN - Charleston Campustime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: June 30, 2027 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0151247The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:* Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.* Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.* Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at [e-mail] or call [phone] to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter.**Job Description**CSN is looking for part-time instructors to teach Biology courses through the CSN Jump Start Program at a high school in the Clark County School District (CCSD). Teaching assignments will involve college-level Biology courses.This course includes a lab. An introduction to biology with emphasis on human concerns. Topics include aspects of organism structure, function, ecology, and evolution which provide a biological perspective for issues facing modern society. Intended to satisfy the lab science general education requirement.**Required Qualifications*** Applicants must be pre-approved by the Department of Biological Science and the Dual Credit & Early College Programing before submitting an application in Workday.* Applications from individuals who have not been pre-approved will not be considered.**Preferred Qualifications*** Biological science or an MS degree in Biology or a closely related discipline such as Zoology.**Please note:** The MS degree must include research leading to a thesis or dissertation (in the case of a Ph.D.). Master of Arts degrees and Master of Education degrees that do not involve research are typically not acceptable**Jumpstart Salary**$1,000.00 per class per semester**Exempt**Yes**Full-Time Equivalent**48.8%**Required Attachment(s)**To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:* Resume /CV* Cover Letter* Unofficial College Transcripts (optional)**NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE**CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.**For more details on this position, please visit our website:** My Career at CSN**.**CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.# **Posting Close Date**06/30/2027**Note to Applicant**Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.