Instructor Biotechnology, BioWork

Wake Technical Community College • Various/Multiple, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Instructs assigned non-transfer courses within the Biotechnology department and serves as an industry liaison to develop and teach related content. Responsibilities and Duties (Essential Functions) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Instructs courses in the Biotechnology department in an efficient and effective manner. Courses are predominately BioWork and continuing education but could also include coursework in the Biotechnology AAS degree programs, and industry training. All courses include training materials in career development, such as resume writing, interviewing skills, career fair preparation. The position will be mainly on the Eastern Wake or Southern Wake Campuses. Courses are a variety of offerings, including morning, afternoon, evening and weekend classes, depending on student demand. Instructor schedules are set each semester at the discretion of the division. Works with various entities, such as the NC BioNetwork and NC Biotechnology Center, to develop course materials relevant to current trends in the region. Participates and helps coordinate regional career fairs and events that promote hiring of students. Tutors students who need assistance learning biotechnology concepts Completes administrative responsibilities, such as grading, taking attendance, testing, coursework development, counseling students, creating syllabi, etc. Uses a variety of instructional delivery methods and theory to create high-quality learning experiences for studentsCreates and maintains lab environments and activities that enhance learning for students Learns and uses virtual platforms, such as Blackboard and Canvas regularly and conducts virtual instruction as required Maintains regular office hours, scheduling time with students as needed Serves on college or department committees as needed Maintains professional certifications and seeks out opportunities for development Participates in graduation exercises, open house events, and ceremonies as requested Supports coordination of biotechnology division events as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline
• Experience working in a biotechnology, bioagriculture, biopharmaceutical or biomanufacturing environment where following SOPs, cGMP, GLP is required.
• Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in related discipline
• Teaching or training experience in biotechnology or related fields
• Experience with technology and software, including computers and web-based resources, such as BlackBoard and Canvas as well as laboratory or production software systems

Responsibilities

• Instructs courses in the Biotechnology department in an efficient and effective manner.
• Works with various entities, such as the NC BioNetwork and NC Biotechnology Center, to develop course materials relevant to current trends in the region.
• Participates and helps coordinate regional career fairs and events that promote hiring of students.
• Tutors students who need assistance learning biotechnology concepts
• Completes administrative responsibilities, such as grading, taking attendance, testing, coursework development, counseling students, creating syllabi, etc.
• Uses a variety of instructional delivery methods and theory to create high-quality learning experiences for students
• Creates and maintains lab environments and activities that enhance learning for students
• Learns and uses virtual platforms, such as Blackboard and Canvas regularly and conducts virtual instruction as required
• Maintains regular office hours, scheduling time with students as needed
• Serves on college or department committees as needed
• Maintains professional certifications and seeks out opportunities for development
• Participates in graduation exercises, open house events, and ceremonies as requested
• Supports coordination of biotechnology division events as needed

Benefits

• As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce.
• Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them.
• As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community.
• We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level