Adjunct Instructor/Science including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science, Policy & Sustainability

Southern Oregon University•Ashland, OR

19h•$650 - $750

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: POOLED ADJUNCTS: By applying to this pool, you are not applying for a specific position. You are submitting your application to be considered for adjunct appointments that may become available at Southern Oregon University during the posted triennium. Adjuncts are for specific temporary, part-time, limited-duration teaching positions. Positions can be one term (thirteen weeks) or multiple terms as needed. Your application will be kept on file and you will be contacted if a position becomes available that matches your educational background and experience. You can withdraw your application from the pool at any time. This pool will be refreshed triennially and you will be notified by [email protected] of the requirement to re-apply for continued consideration. Each applicant is encouraged to provide (preferably as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; (2) a current resume/CV; and (3) an unofficial copy of all post-secondary transcripts. Optional supplemental documents may include teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, and/or letters of recommendation. For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at [email protected] or call 541-552-8553. _____________________ Division: School of Science and Business/Science Job Family Group: Faculty FLSA Status: Exempt Appointment Basis: Temporary Time Type: Part-time Benefits Eligible: No This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes Remote Work Type: As determined by the position Visa Sponsorship: This employer will not sponsor applicants for visas. _____________________ Rate of Pay: The anticipated rate is $650/ELU for non-terminally prepared adjunct instructors (term-by-term) and $750/ELU for terminally prepared adjunct instructors (term-by-term). Graduate-level courses may be paid at a higher rate. A typical 4-credit course is loaded at 4 ELU. Full-Time-Equivalency: Typically, less than 7.5 ELU, but up to 15 ELU per term or 45 ELU per year for 1.0 full-time equivalence. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Individuals appointed from this pool will have the primary responsibility to teach courses within Science including: Biology – Adjuncts teach undergraduate biology courses, primarily laboratory sections of non-major courses in general biology, and human anatomy and physiology. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Candidates must be knowledgeable about and able to clearly explain biological concepts and laboratory procedures and techniques, which may include: the ability to identify anatomical structures using human cadavers and models; use of compound and dissecting microscopes; biological and chemical health and safety practices in the lab; and the ability to demonstrate data analysis and graphical display (excel). Chemistry – Adjuncts teach undergraduate chemistry courses, primarily laboratories and non-major lecture courses. Specific topics include those typically covered in environmental, general, and organic chemistry courses. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Candidates must be able to use and demonstrate data acquisition software and instrumentation. Candidates must be knowledgeable about and able to clearly explain both basic concepts and laboratory procedures and techniques, including: the use of scientific laboratory equipment and apparatus; scientific methods of measurements; and health and safety practices and precautions applicable to a chemistry laboratory Environmental Science, Policy & Sustainability – SOU offers a Bachelor of Science in both Sustainability and Environmental Science & Policy that prepares students for a wide variety of employment in such organizations as governmental agencies, industry, non-profits, and environmental consulting firms. A BS in Environmental Science & Policy prepares students for graduate and professional schools in areas such as environmental policy and management, ecology, geology, law, public policy, and environmental science. The program integrates natural sciences, physical sciences, geospatial sciences, and social sciences to address complex environmental issues. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Physics – Adjuncts teach undergraduate physics courses, primarily lower lower-division laboratories. Specific topics include those typically covered in general physics courses. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Candidates must be able to use, demonstrate, and assist students in data acquisition software and instrumentation. Candidates must be knowledgeable about and able to clearly explain both basic concepts and laboratory procedures and techniques, including: the use of scientific laboratory equipment and apparatus; scientific methods of measurements; and health and safety practices and precautions applicable to a physics laboratory.

Requirements

Initial appointment at the rank of Instructor requires a Master’s or terminal degree in the discipline taught or a related field; OR a Bachelor’s degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, plus equivalency of Master’s degree in years of professional experience in the field.
Demonstrated teaching potential.
Familiarity with the appropriate equipment as required for the discipline.
Initial appointment at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor requires a terminal degree in the discipline taught or a related field; OR a Master’s degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, and is in the process of completing the appropriate terminal degree.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in the discipline taught, or a related field.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and active participation in the life of the institution.
Commitment to student learning, retention, support, and assessment are critical.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, development of a record of scholarship, and active participation in the life of the institution and profession.
Work experience that equates to one-academic year of full-time college teaching, or one-academic year of the combination of part-time teaching experience while a graduate student.
Professional experience in the field related to teaching assignment, particularly if working with more advanced students.

Responsibilities

teach courses within Science including: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Policy & Sustainability, Physics
academic advising
working with students outside of class
posting and maintaining appropriate office hours
course and curriculum planning
preparation
direct instruction
assessment
student contact outside of class (office hours, appointments, email)
presenting complex concepts to a group of diverse learners
listening
understanding and responding to student questions in real-time/in a classroom environment
applying critical judgment to student work, both written and verbal delivery of information
providing students with practical experience using instrumentation and equipment in a way that enables student learning and ensures safety
simultaneously monitoring and managing multiple students individually and in groups
demonstrating and executing complex procedures
using complex instrumentation and hazardous materials
maintaining currency in the discipline taught
program and institutional administrative, committee, and student support and retention activities
participation in scholarly and/or creative activities, including formal research