Instructor - Biology (FT 10-month)

General Summary

The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and develop curriculum.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctorate in biology, 30 graduate biology credits, professional medical doctorate (e.g., MD, DDS, DO, DVM), or a master’s degree in a recognized biological or medical sub-field.
• Adjunct faculty must also meet these requirements.

Duties

• Primary Responsibilities: the primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and develop curriculum.
• Learning Experiences: Create and deliver learning experiences that support students in achieving the learning outcomes outlined in the Master Course Syllabus.
• Teaching Strategies: Employ teaching methods to design and maintain an engaging and effective learning environment.
• Affirmative Action Statement: Assess student progress and provide feedback to promote growth and academic success.
• Curriculum Development: Participate in program and discipline activities related to curriculum development and implementation.
• Program Review and Strategic Planning: Contribute to program reviews and strategic planning by offering recommendations on curriculum, staffing, facilities, and equipment to support continuous improvement and future growth.
• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development to deepen expertise in the discipline, enhance instructional strategies, and remain informed about emerging trends in education.
• Educational Technology: Effectively integrate relevant educational technology tools into teaching.
• Institutional Goals: Participate in department, division, campus, and college meetings and committees, supporting institutional goals and initiatives.
• Office Hours: Maintain weekly office hours as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Other Duties: Perform other related duties as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance.
• Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
• Education Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!
• Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

Clearances

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances, which are available here.

Transcripts

Applicants must electronically attach scanable unofficial transcripts when applying to this posting.