Adjunct Faculty - Biological Sciences

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

18h

About The Position

Maine College of Health Professions is seeking a Biological Science Adjunct Faculty to join our team! Maine College of Health Professions is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher education that is home to Maine’s first nursing and medical imaging programs. Maine College of Health Professions enriches lives through providing exceptional education in health professions, supporting student success, and inspiring lifelong learning. We emphasize interpersonal, interprofessional, and community collaboration, and we prioritize excellence in patient care, student learning, and scholarship. Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service. CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities. As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals. The role of MCHP faculty is to provide our students with a vibrant, engaging, and outcomes-driven learning experience in a small and pioneering educational environment. Working with the support of fellow faculty, deans, and staff, MCHP faculty are welcomed to innovate, expected to support, and encouraged to laugh. General Education faculty teach in MCHP’s associate and baccalaureate degree programs across the institution and provide exemplary student support, including advising. General Education faculty have a unique position among faculty in that that they have influence on students from every program at MCHP. Faculty use a variety of teaching modalities (online, face-to-face, and hybrid) in a variety of settings (didactic and laboratory), have experience and comfort with academic technology, support interprofessional education, and are willing to actively engage in innovation. Faculty are tasked with creating effective student learning experiences that support student success.

Requirements

A master's degree in a related science (biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, biological anthropology, etc.) from an accredited university or college.
A willingness to work according to a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends may be required).
Previous teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate program
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology
Knowledge of laboratory best practices (laboratory courses only)
Knowledge of curriculum development and planning
Knowledge of educational technology
Knowledge and understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Skills in operating laboratory equipment (laboratory courses only)
Skills in effectively managing classes, including planning and student performance assessment
Skills in communicating well, both orally and in writing
Skills in in critical thinking/strategic thinking
Ability to apply learning theory in the classroom
Ability to meet deadlines and perform a variety of tasks under pressure
Ability to be self-motivated, self-directed, and work independently
Ability to adhere to principles of respect, trust, integrity, teamwork, and positive collaboration

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree
Experience in course design, simulation-based learning, and interprofessional education
Expertise in the science of effective teaching and learning
Familiarity with Quality Matters

Responsibilities

Create and offer a healthy learning environment that incorporates a variety of instructional methods
Teach courses – didactic and/or laboratory
Select learning experiences and guide students in achieving desired outcomes
Provide constructive, relevant, and timely feedback on student work
Submit grades in an accurate and timely manner
Advise students according to best practice
Participate in curriculum development
Actively engage in activities that advance the mission and goals of the College
Maintain academic expertise
Communicate effectively with students and MCHP faculty and staff
Provide students with appropriate guidance regarding academic performance
Refer students to appropriate staff members as needed
Inform and discuss student issues with MCHP staff members as needed
Provide instructor-specific contact information for the course syllabus
Make recommendations to Instructional Designer for creating/refining course materials
Adhere to MCHP faculty policies and procedures, as defined in the Faculty Handbook