Adjunct Faculty, Biology and Anatomy & Physiology

Austin Community College•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to prepare and deliver Biology and/or Anatomy & Physiology coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to success equity, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Biology, Biological Sciences, Anatomy or Physiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biomedical Science, Botany, Aquatic Biology, Integrative Biology, Marine Biology, Microbiology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Neuroanatomy, Neuroscience, Genetics, or Zoology; or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in one of these disciplines.
Master's degree in Biology, Anatomy; or Physiology or Master's in Biological Sciences and at least 3 graduate hours in animal physiology, mammalian physiology, vertebrate physiology, pathophysiology or neurophysiology; or Master's in Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Neuroanatomy, Neuroscience, Genetics or Zoology, and at least 3 graduate hours in animal physiology, mammalian physiology, vertebrate physiology, pathophysiology or neurophysiology; or MD degree with a Master's degree; or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology or Biological Sciences, and at least 3 graduate hours in animal physiology, mammalian physiology, vertebrate physiology, pathophysiology or neurophysiology.
Unofficial/copy of transcripts
Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Résumé
Cover letter - explaining interest in the position
Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to [email protected].
Employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach courses in the field of Biology (general biology courses and Human Anatomy & Physiology courses) to a multicultural student population based on the department's approved course learning outcomes, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of community college students and the standards of the discipline.
Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
Provide teaching and mentoring services to students in a manner which does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.
Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor.
Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.)
Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.
Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.