Adjunct Faculty - Biological Sciences

Central Maine Medical Center•Lewiston, ME

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About The Position

Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP) seeks adjunct faculty to teach biological sciences in its associate and baccalaureate degree programs. Faculty create vibrant, engaging, outcomes-driven learning experiences and provide student support, including advising. They teach using a variety of modalities—online, face-to-face, and hybrid—and in didactic and laboratory settings. Faculty are expected to use academic technology, support interprofessional education, and engage in innovation to promote student success. MCHP is a private, not-for-profit healthcare-focused college in Lewiston, Maine. The College emphasizes student success, lifelong learning, collaboration, excellence in patient care, student learning, and scholarship. Adjunct faculty are compensated at $1,100 per credit hour. The position is per diem with a variable shift; evenings and weekends may be required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related science from an accredited university or college, such as biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, or biological anthropology.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule; evenings and weekends may be required.
Previous teaching experience in an undergraduate or graduate program.
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology.
For laboratory courses, knowledge of laboratory best practices and skill operating laboratory equipment.
Knowledge of curriculum development and planning and educational technology.
Knowledge and understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Skill in effectively managing classes, including planning and assessing student performance.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Critical-thinking and strategic-thinking skills.
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 incorporating a variety of instructional methods.
Teach didactic and/or laboratory courses.
Select learning experiences and guide students in achieving desired outcomes.
Provide constructive, relevant, and timely feedback on student work.
Submit grades accurately and on time.
Advise students according to best practice.
Participate in curriculum development.
Engage in activities that advance the College’s mission and goals.
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 the Instructional Designer for creating or refining course materials.
Adhere to MCHP faculty policies and procedures as defined in the Faculty Handbook.