Adjunct Faculty, Radiologic Technology

About the Role

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop, and teach courses within the Medical Radiologic Technology curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year, including days, evenings, and weekends. As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Medical Radiologic Technology courses at a variety of times and locations
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material
• Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
• Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
• Meets with and advises students either before or after class, by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
• Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
• Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology and 2 years non-teaching work experience in the field
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, registration in the pertinent discipline, and Licensure by the Texas Medical Board, Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program

Skills

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; Style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities, and distance learning
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service, and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Physical Abilities

• Long periods of standing
• Walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces
• Recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities
• Recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters and record boxes
• Above average agility and dexterity

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards typical within the industry
• Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment, as well as any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Hours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Commitment to Mission and Cultural Beliefs

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect, and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories by The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" program.

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Location

Lone Star College-Montgomery serves The Woodlands and Conroe communities, providing a relaxing and conducive learning atmosphere. The location address is 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384.

Pay

$61.00 per contact hour.

Benefits

• Supportive, collegial work environment
• Excellent work/life balance
• Tuition waiver
• Participation in a tax deferred retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities