Adjunct Instructor - Biology

Biology Adjunct Faculty Position

Ivy Tech Community College seeks qualified part-time adjunct faculty to teach Biology courses for students at the Evansville, IN campus. This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals with graduate education or experience in biological sciences, life sciences, biomedical science, microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, environmental science, health sciences, laboratory science, research, or related fields.

• Teach assigned Biology, life science, laboratory, and/or lecture courses in accordance with course outcomes and college expectations.
• Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide students with a syllabus appropriate to the course(s) being taught and follow syllabus content and requirements.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.

• Support students pursuing academic, transfer, healthcare, science, and career pathways by helping them build a strong foundation in biology and scientific thinking.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and provide assistance.
• Address student concerns and, if necessary, consult with the program chair to resolve issues.

• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s), including assigned lecture and/or laboratory sections.
• Use instructional technology such as Blackboard, PowerPoint, recorded lecture materials, and other learning tools as appropriate.
• Apply professional knowledge from biological science, laboratory, research, healthcare, environmental science, or related fields to help students connect course content to real-world applications.
• In the event of an emergency absence, notify the program/department chair.
• Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote the same as an integral part of one's work.

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties associated with the position may be assigned.

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time teaching positions hired each semester/term on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty members will be responsible for creating a learning environment that helps students reach their academic and career goals while providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. Candidates considered for adjunct positions under this posting must be able to provide instruction in person at the Evansville, IN campus.

Hiring Range:

• $45.00 per contact hour, approximately $2,160 per 8-week course.

Work Hours:

• Fall 1st Term (8 Weeks) – Introductory Biology, Tuesday & Thursday 10-11:50 am for lab, lecture is recorded videos, 3 credit/4 contact
• Fall 2nd Term (8 Weeks) – Introductory Biology, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:20 am lecture, 10:30 am-12:20 pm lab, 3 credit/4 contact
• Fall Semester (16 Weeks) – Molecular and Cellular Processes, Monday & Wednesday, 8:30-10:20 am lecture, 10:30-11:50 am lab, 5 credit/7 contact

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possesses a master's degree, or higher, in a biological science; or possesses a master's degree, or higher, in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in biology-related courses.
• Graduate coursework may include biology-related areas such as biological sciences, life sciences, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics, neuroscience, biomedical science, environmental science, ecology, or other related graduate science coursework, as determined through transcript review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching, training, tutoring, laboratory instruction, clinical education, professional presentation, or post-secondary teaching experience.
• Professional experience in a biology-related field such as laboratory science, research, biomedical science, microbiology, environmental science, healthcare, biotechnology, quality control, or related science-based work.
• Experience…