Adjunct Faculty, Cellular & Molecular Biology

Colorado Mountain College•Leadville, CO

About The Position

Colorado Mountain College seeks adjunct faculty to support student learning using appropriate staff resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies. Faculty are expected to facilitate learning in the college and surrounding communities, prioritize teaching, and contribute through scholarly endeavors and service activities. The college emphasizes excellent teaching and learning rather than conducting research, with a focus on dynamic classroom experiences, diverse learning settings, student support, and positive academic outcomes. Faculty teach assigned courses, prepare lesson plans, develop and submit course outlines and syllabi, help establish measurable course objectives, assess student learning, maintain course records, and remain available for student consultation. They also contribute to advising, orientation, registration, recruitment, curriculum evaluation when agreed upon, professional development, and service activities such as committees, peer mentoring, program review, and assessment. The position reports to the Assistant Dean of Instruction or designee in alignment with discipline deans and may supervise student employees. Employees must perform their assigned duties within Colorado and accurately report their work location. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. A background check is required, along with a motor vehicle records report when applicable. The role may require travel and evening or weekend hours. Employees must follow the College’s safety and compliance policies. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in the specific discipline or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in a specifically related field, or be eligible to meet credentialing requirements for the program.
At least one year of full-time teaching experience or equivalent experience as an adjunct instructor.
An applicable combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the position’s duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of pedagogy and teaching experience equivalent to two years.
Strong computer and technology background.
Excellent organizational and general office skills, including filing, typing, and answering the phone.
Customer orientation and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to learn; ability to research, analyze data effectively, and work independently toward established goals and deadlines.
Commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Ability to perform assigned duties within the State of Colorado and accurately report work location.
Successful completion of a background check; motor vehicle records report when applicable.
Ability to meet the position’s stated physical and communication demands, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Higher education teaching experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish or conversational language abilities.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned classes and course loads.
Prepare lesson plans for each course in accordance with approved course objectives.
Develop and submit course outlines and syllabi to the appropriate supervisor.
Assist with developing measurable course objectives and plans.
Evaluate courses and assess student learning; meet established course, program, and learning outcomes.
Comply with applicable guidelines and policies and maintain office hours according to established standards.
Develop professional relationships with students and staff and encourage teacher-student communication.
Maintain accurate student course records and complete required course forms.
Be available for student consultation and participate in advising, orientation, and registration activities.
Assist with student recruitment, as appropriate.
When agreed upon and appropriate, assist with curriculum and instructional performance evaluation.
Engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and student learning.
Participate in service activities, including campus and college committees, relevant projects, peer mentoring, assessment, program review, and student organization activities.
Represent the College professionally and promote a positive public image throughout its communities and district.
Complete professional development required for credentialing.
Adhere to College safety and compliance policies while performing assigned duties.