Biology Instructor - Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

About Cabarrus College Of Health Sciences Cabarrus College of Health Sciences is a healthcare-focused institution committed to excellence in health professions education. Located on the campus of Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord, North Carolina, the college offers a wide range of associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in healthcare. Job Summary Facilitates educational experiences to enhance student learning; teaches, advises students; curriculum development; student retention; active committee involvement; professional development; participates in budget and institutional effectiveness processes; services to the greater community. Instructors must demonstrate potential for advancement to the next rank. What You'll Do Work closely with the program chair to review and update the curriculum to be relevant.Teach and facilitate student learning; teaching activities may occur online or face-to-face in a classroom, clinical, lab, or fieldwork setting.Build degree programs that embodies coherent courses of study and allows students to progressively build upon and integrate their knowledge and skills.Develop knowledge of pedagogy, academic discipline, and as appropriate, clinical profession including scholarship activities.Contribute to the improvement of the College community through service to the College and broader community. Teaching & Lab Responsibilities The position will include both teaching and lab management/preparation responsibilities, with approximately 75% of the annual workload dedicated to teaching and 25% to lab management and preparation for the labs offered annually (this could vary annually based on departmental needs). Required What You'll Bring Demonstrated high level of competence in teaching and related activities.Master's Degree in Biology or Degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in the discipline required. Preferred 2 years of teaching experience preferred.Lab management experience preferred.Must have the mathematical and scientific ability to accurately formulate various solutions, buffers, and chemical mixtures for instructional purposes.Qualifications or certifications that include expertise in biological hazards, chemical hygiene, regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA, EPA, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO) will be advantageous.Knowledge of lab management, safety and disposal guidelines is a plus. Physical Requirements Normal or corrected auditory and visual acuity.Able to use standard office equipment, including computers.Environment is climate controlled with occasional exposure to inclement weather when travelling between buildings.Occasional travel to other locations. #WFUSM