Adjunct Faculty - Biological Sciences

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

About The Position

Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP) is seeking adjunct faculty in Biological Sciences to teach in its associate and baccalaureate degree programs. Faculty create effective learning experiences and provide exemplary student support, including advising, across programs at the College. The role uses a variety of teaching modalities—including online, face-to-face, and hybrid—and settings, including didactic and laboratory instruction. Faculty are expected to support interprofessional education, use academic technology, and engage actively in innovation and curriculum development. MCHP is a private, not-for-profit healthcare-focused college in Lewiston, Maine, with a mission to provide exceptional education in the healthcare professions and support student success and lifelong learning. The College emphasizes collaboration, excellence in patient care, student learning, and scholarship. Adjunct faculty are paid $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, such as biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, or biological anthropology, from an accredited college or university.
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.
Knowledge of laboratory best practices for laboratory courses.
Knowledge of curriculum development and planning.
Knowledge of educational technology.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to operate laboratory equipment for laboratory courses.
Ability to manage classes effectively, including planning and assessing student performance.
Effective 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 uphold 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 using a variety of instructional methods.
Teach didactic and/or laboratory courses.
Select learning experiences and guide students toward desired outcomes.
Provide constructive, relevant, and timely feedback on student work.
Submit grades accurately and on time.
Advise students according to best practices.
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.