Biology Generalist - Adjunct Faculty

Essential Functions of the Position

• Construction of a course syllabus, consistent with the generic course syllabus that stipulates course objectives, content, and grading criteria.
• Preparation of course presentations and instructional materials for lecture, and laboratory and clinical functions (as appropriate).
• Delivery of instruction, including being prepared for and meeting courses and laboratories (if appropriate) at scheduled times.
• Consultation with and evaluation of students.
• Maintenance of clear records on student performance, as well as any other factors such as attendance involved with the grading of students.
• Compliance with departmental and institutional policies and procedures including but not limited to submission of midterm and final grades, keeping office hours, and decisions regarding instructional matters such as texts, assignments, and grading standards; also adhering to provisions of the AFA contract.
• Compliance with institutional procedures.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in biology, one of the biological sciences, or Master's degree in biology education with at least 18 graduate hours in biology.
• PREFERRED: Teaching experience at an educational institution 2 years.
• Doctoral degree in biology, one of the biological sciences, or biology education with at least 18 graduate hours in biology.
• Relevant work/research experience for a minimum of 2 years.

Additional Information

• This position is for a BIO generalist. A candidate could teach any of the following courses: BIO 101 Introduction to Life Sciences, BIO 104 Human Genetics, BIO 105 Human Genetics with a lab, BIO 109 Plants and Society, BIO 110 Sex, Gender and Health, BIO 112 Essentials of Nutrition, BIO114 Basic Anatomy and Physiology, BIO115 Animals and Society, BIO116 Microbes and society, BIO 121 General College Biology I, BIO122 General College Biology II, BIO 240 Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Laboratory Research
• This position requires availability to teach in the evening and/or on the weekends.
• This position requires availability to teach on both the Des Plaines and Skokie campuses.
• This position requires availability to teach online.