Microbiology Visiting Professor

Adtalem Global Education • Jacksonville, FL

157d • $1,120 - $7,245

About The Position

Chamberlain University is seeking primarily Industry Professionals to share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate BSN nursing students on-site in Jacksonville, FL. The position involves teaching the Fundamentals of Microbiology with Lab (BIOS-242) course, which covers basic concepts of microbiology, with emphasis on medically important microorganisms and infectious diseases. The course includes a 3-hour lecture and a 3-hour lab, meeting on campus twice a week for eight-week sessions. The commitment is on a course-by-course basis, with daytime and evening opportunities available.

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 also 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.
• Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.

Responsibilities

• Develops and provides students with an approved Adtalem Global Education syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, and which includes the 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 for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
• Models effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the 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

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees