Adjunct Faculty, Biotechnology- Therapeutics, Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences

Job Posting

Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Biotechnology-Based Therapeutics, Henry

E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences

Job Description:

Position Overview:

The primary responsibility of the Adjunct Faculty member is teaching. We are seeking adjunct instructors to teach the following course at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI):

SCI 6310 Biotechnology-Based Therapeutics (Spring semester, 3 credits)
Course Description Advances in genomics, proteomics, recombinant protein technology and structural biology have created opportunities and challenges for the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. This course will provide students with a background of the scientific basis of some key aspects of biotechnology-based drugs that involves design, discovery and development process. Students will learn about therapeutic and vaccine targets, and how the drugs and vaccines are designed, tested and produced.

They will also learn about recently developed biological pharmaceuticals along with many of the current targets of pharmaceutical companies. The mechanism of many of the current biotechnology-based therapeutics will be discussed. A group project will be required in which each group will provide a short business plan for the development of a new biologic drug. This course will consist of lectures, seminars, student presentations and group discussions.

Environmental, ethical, regulatory, patent, economic and social issues related to biotechnology-based therapeutics will also be discussed.

The successful candidate must share in the mission of KGI and the Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences Programs. The Adjunct Faculty member reports directly to the Dean of the Riggs School and works collaboratively with the Program Directors and other faculty.

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a Master’s degree in a related field. A doctoral degree is strongly preferred. Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience. Prior experience in teaching for active learning preferred.

Experience with the Canvas learning management system is a plus.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :
Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
· Provides high-quality student instruction
· Evaluates student performance (e.g., written assignments, examinations, in-class activities);
· Provides remedial instruction as needed
· Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
· Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and collaboratively with other departments.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing; possess the ability to listen to all points of view, build consensus, and inform others of policies and decisions.
· Demonstrated ability to analyze and present complex issues to diverse individuals and groups.
· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Hours, Classification, and Status:

This is a part-time, exempt, adjunct faculty position and is not eligible for benefits.

Schedules will vary depending on course assignments and the needs of the department or the Institute.

The base salary range for this position is $2,500 - $15,000 per semester,…