Tenure Track Faculty, Biology

Cuyahoga Community College • Parma, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Teaches a full range of courses including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, ecology/environmental courses, biological chemistry, and major and non-major biology. Other responsibilities include student conferences, maintaining office hours, and participating in course preparation and evaluation, continuing education and community services programs.

Requirements

• Master of Science Degree or higher in Biology or biological sciences with 18 graduate hours in Biology
• Teaching experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and pedagogy, teaching and instruction for students
• Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Nice To Haves

• PhD in biological sciences
• Online teaching experience
• Community college teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers lectures to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline
• Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments and papers
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences
• Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records
• Initiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussions
• As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues
• Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction
• Compiles, administers and grades examinations
• Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
• Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students
• Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment
• May serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, department matters and academic issues
• May participate in campus and community events

Benefits

• paid time off
• affordable medical/dental/vision plan coverage
• disability benefits
• life/accidental/critical illness insurance
• State Teachers Retirement System and other retirement plan options
• Coverage for dependents, spouses and domestic partners is also available

What This Job Offers

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