Biology Faculty [10-Month] [Grant-Funded]

Wor-Wic Community College•Human Resources Brunkhorst Hall (BH 106), MD

About The Position

Wor-Wic Community College is hiring a full-time, grant-funded, 10-month faculty member to teach biology and anatomy and physiology courses. The position includes reviewing curricula, assessing student outcomes, designing laboratory experiences, and contributing to the department and institution. Faculty are expected to engage students through classes, office hours, committee assignments, and collaboration with the college community, spending significant work time on campus or at locations where student engagement occurs. The role is in the WWCCFA bargaining unit represented by the MSEA and is dependent on final grant approval. Faculty responsibilities include creating and managing an environment conducive to learning; preparing and using course syllabi and approved technology; meeting scheduled learning experiences, including final examinations; maintaining student records and office hours; submitting attendance and grades on schedule; and participating in course and program assessment and review. Faculty also support course coordinators, submit timely student alerts, and engage in professional development of at least three hours per academic/fiscal year. The position includes departmental and institutional service, such as supporting advising and registration, assisting with instructional materials and equipment, attending meetings, serving on committees, participating in recruitment, curriculum development, program reviews, accreditation activities, institutional meetings, peer evaluation, and graduation ceremonies. The starting salary depends on rank, education, experience, qualifications, and grant specifications, with listed ranges of $52,500–$64,250 for instructor, $60,300–$73,900 for assistant professor, and $69,400–$85,100 for associate professor. Opportunities may exist to teach additional classes under separate contracts. The college offers excellent fringe benefits.

Requirements

Master’s degree in biological science or a related field.
At least 12 graduate credits in biology, anatomy, physiology, or related courses.
Ability to teach an undergraduate anatomy and physiology course with a lab.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching college courses.
Experience using innovative teaching techniques and tools in the classroom.
Experience designing and teaching online courses.

Responsibilities

Teach biology and anatomy and physiology courses, including undergraduate anatomy and physiology with a lab.
Review curricula, assess student outcomes, and design laboratory experiences.
Create and manage learning environments; prepare and use course syllabi and approved technology; and meet scheduled learning experiences, including final examinations.
Maintain student records and scheduled office hours, and submit attendance rosters and grades within established time frames.
Contribute to course and program assessment, comprehensive program reviews, and action plans for improvement.
Support course coordinators, including contributing to course materials, assessment, and textbook recommendations as requested.
Submit student alerts in the designated software when student performance concerns are identified.
Complete and document at least three hours of professional development per academic/fiscal year and share relevant learning with peers and the college as appropriate.
Participate in departmental service, including advising support, registration, meetings, committees, recruitment, curriculum development, program reviews, and accreditation activities.
Participate in institutional service, including required meetings, committees, peer evaluation, graduation ceremonies, and other assigned activities.
Collaborate with the Department Head or other supervisors to determine annual departmental and institutional service.