Microbiology Faculty (part-time)

Adtalem Global Education • Tinley Park, IL

105d • $1,120 - $7,245

About The Position

Chamberlain University is seeking superior instructors with high professional standards and excellent communication skills to teach undergraduate BSN nursing students on-site in Tinley Park, IL. The position involves teaching the course 'Fundamentals of Microbiology with Lab (BIOS-242)', which covers basic concepts of microbiology, including medically important microorganisms and infectious diseases, microscopy, microbial growth and genetics, antimicrobial agents, epidemiology, and immune system responses to pathogens. The course includes lab exercises focusing on aseptic techniques, isolation and culture of microorganisms, microscopy, and staining techniques. Classes meet on campus twice a week for eight-week sessions, blending face-to-face interaction with technology for an enhanced learning environment. Commitment is on a course-by-course basis.

Requirements

• Master's Degree is required for all faculty positions (with 18 graduate hours in the subject being taught for undergraduate teaching).
• Faculty must have requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
• Faculty must have excellent motivational and instructional skills in a diverse and non-traditional environment.
• Must be able to work in a collegial manner and facilitate the efforts of diverse groups.
• Able to provide official transcripts for all earned degrees from a regionally accredited institution (or a NACES approved US course-by-course equivalency evaluation for degrees earned and conferred outside of the US).

Responsibilities

• Develops and provides students with an approved Adtalem Global Education syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, including terminal course objectives.
• Organizes, prepares, and regularly revises and updates all course materials.
• Uses appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including websites, e-mail, and online discussions.
• Models effective oral and written communications that engage students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight distribution of various evaluation categories.
• Ensures that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
• Demonstrates consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams, and provides timely feedback to students.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Expected compensation rate for this position is between $1,120 per assignment to $7,245 per assignment, depending on the candidate’s education and experience.
• Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees