Instructor, Biology

• Work a 35-hour work week, which includes eight office hours per week.
• Maintain posted student and on-campus hours to meet the needs of the student.
• Teach a course load appropriate for assigned field or program.
• Teaching loads may include online, hybrid, or traditional in-person courses. Instructors may be assigned to teach during daytime or evening hours and may be required to provide instruction on the college campus and/or at local high school locations and clinical rotations.
• Provide equitable course content and student learning outcomes in all courses regardless of location or delivery method.
• Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences.
• Maintain proficiency with all classroom equipment both on and off campus. Keep equipment secure.
• Provide a safe, positive, and clean learning environment.
• Remain current on teaching methods with technology and enhance instructional delivery and learning outcomes.
• Demonstrate proficiency of the College Learning Management System to deliver online instruction and enhance on campus and off campus instruction through all courses.
• Make all courses taught accessible to all students.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to academic programs each semester according to established deadlines.
• Promote completion of end-of-course student evaluations.
• Develop course syllabi according to NCCCS (North Carolina Community College System) course descriptions and College standards and adhere to course syllabus.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from colleagues, divisions, the College and all academic program needs.
• Allow and encourage participation in other College-required surveys (e.g. CCSSE : Community College Student Survey of Engagement).
• Assist with the College’s library collection development by selecting, evaluating, and weeding learning resources in each appropriate discipline as requested.
• Adherence to the College’s Policies and Procedures Manual.

Assessment and Evaluation

• Participate in program and course assessments to ensure academic quality and continuous improvement.
• Analyze assessment data to inform teaching practices and curriculum development.
• Complete end-of-course assessments, formative (on-going) assessments and incorporate adjustments with teaching methods in order to meet learning outcomes.

Professional Development

• Participate in 10 hours or professional development activities each academic year and College-required training.
• Record professional development as part of the annual review.
• Stay current with developments in the field through research, conferences, and networking.

Student Engagement and Support

• Participate in student recruitment, advisement, advisory committee meetings, curriculum development, and registration.
• Assist with job placement or possible study assignments, depending upon department need.
• Participate in all graduation ceremonies.
• Participate in the marketing, recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff.
• Responsible for collaborating with industry and 4-year educational partners.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with agencies and organizations within the community/industry which are pertinent to departmental programs and to perspective graduates.

College and Community Engagement

• Participate in required meetings and events.
• Participate in SkillsUSA competitions relevant to the respective program.
• Establish and cultivate effective relationships with community agencies, employers, and educational partners.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others in a collegial environment.
• Serve on college committees and participate in college-wide initiatives.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Perform other duties as assigned and related assignments incident to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited institution, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in Biology.
• Demonstrate knowledge of biological sciences and ability to teach college-level biology courses, including laboratory instruction.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to student success and effective teaching practices.
• Ability to use instructional technology and learning management systems to support student learning.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and collegially with others.
• Skilled in the use of computers and commitment to use of technology.
• Experience with current version of MS Office or similar programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Provide exceptional customer service with people internal and external to the institution.
• Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Effectiveness in the following College organizational competencies:
• Translating College purpose, values, and vision into organizational action
• Collaborating and facilitating
• Creating and innovating
• Anticipating and responding to change
• Providing vision and leadership
• Flexible and adapts to change
• Ability to multi-task with multiple departments and activities of others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience in higher education, preferably at a community college.
• Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology, General Biology, and/or Microbiology, including laboratory instruction.
• Experience teaching online, hybrid, and traditional face-to-face courses.
• Experience using Canvas or a comparable learning management system.
• Experience developing curriculum, assessing student learning outcomes, and implementing instructional improvements.
• Experience teaching dual-enrollment or Career and College Promise students.

Salary Range

Salary Range Based on experience. Salary range - $50,085-$75,159.