Biology Adjunct

Description

Biology Adjunct - Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Dean of STEM

Olympic College is recruiting adjunct faculty to teach courses in Biology. The college seeks to recruit engaging instructors who have experience successfully integrating students from varied age, cultural, racial, socio-economic, and other diverse backgrounds in the classroom.

Part-time positions at the college are open continuous and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Olympic College has joined Achieving the Dream (ATD), a comprehensive reform movement of more than 220 community colleges, each committed to helping students achieve their college and career goals. These colleges have a laser focus on equity, closing achievement gaps, and increasing graduation rates with an emphasis on low-income students, first-generation students, and students of color, groups that have been traditionally underserved at all colleges.

Essential Functions

• Teach college-level courses by the college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines.
• Provide quality teaching including related preparation and grading.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
• Maintain and provide accurate and complete course and student records in a professional and timely manner.
• May include evening instruction.
• Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Biology or related field from an accredited College or University
• Basic Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Desired Qualifications:
• College-level teaching experience
• Ph.D. degree in Biology or related field from an accredited College or University

Additional Information

• Terms of Employment:
• Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
• Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment. Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.
• This is a full-time faculty position contracted on an annual basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual contract days remaining in the academic year. The salary listed is a range based on per month for the quarter.
• The salary listed is a range based on per month for the quarter.
• A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE).
• Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load.
• Benefits:
• Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3
• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan
• leave – sick/personal leave
• Aflac, auto/home insurance
• space available tuition waiver
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• fitness center
• reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.
• Conditions of Employment:
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• How To Apply:
• To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:
• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.
• EEO Statement - Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.