Adjunct Instructor for General Biology Lecture
About the role
The adjunct will teach the course BIO1001: Principles of Biology Lecture. The course is described as the following: BIO1001: The first part of a two-semester lecture sequence, this course stresses the major biological principles and concepts that serve as the foundation for study in the biological and health-related fields. The first semester includes topics such as the chemistry of biological systems, cell and historical organization, membrane transport, and metabolism/cellular respiration. The BIO.1001-1002 sequence is strongly recommended; however, students may take BIO.1002 before BIO.1001. The courses will be run fully in person.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Lecture includes 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session).
- Days and times of available lectures are TBD with chair and hire.
- Use Brightspace as a digital learning platform for course materials and grading.
- Hold 3 office hours per week.
Qualifications
- Education: M.S., Ph.D., M.D., D.O., post-docs, or experienced academicians with a strong background in a related discipline (e.g.- biology)
- Experience: Experience with teaching undergraduates preferred
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking around a classroom
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Pay
The salary for this position is dependent upon the adjunct union contract.
Schedule
- 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session), as well as 3 office hours per week.
Benefits
Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page: Manhattanville Benefits