Part-Time Instructors for Microbiology

General Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under the supervision of the Biology Department Chair and Pre-Nursing Program Director;
• Update a syllabus and course timeline based on the template each semester and post it online before class starts.
• Ensure that course content is in line with all the other sections of the course.
• Help students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content;
• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students through their studies using active collaboration and active learning techniques.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilize rubrics effectively to assess student learning outcomes, and acknowledge student accomplishments.
• Maintain up-to-date grades on the online learning management system;
• Utilize current technology in the performance of job duties;
• Send student success alerts as needed to activate support systems for students who need extra help;
• Submit final grades in a timely fashion;
• Communicate with the Biology Department Chair and Pre-Nursing Program Director as necessary;
• Maintain a thorough and up-to-date subject-matter expertise;
• Maintain standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position;
• Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.

Job Requirements

• Possess a Master's degree or Doctoral degree or be a Doctoral candidate in the Biological Sciences, with demonstrated expertise in the field of Microbiology.
• Able to teach undergraduate-level Microbiology.
• Able to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Able to professionally interact with students, other educators, educational institution representatives, and the public.