Adjunct Faculty- Biology

Overview

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as‑needed basis and can teach 8 or 16‑week contracts. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided. Pay: $45.45 per contact hour.

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Supplement and alter, where appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and lead to a positive experience.
• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging online students with their learning.
• Interact with students and co‑workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complying with College policies, guidelines and expectations.
• Maintain a safe, quality online educational environment.
• Promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees, ensuring that every individual feels respected and valued.

This list is not exhaustive; other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.

All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in ASOM
  7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction.
• Appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.
• Meet Biology discipline standards: either an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in a biological science, OR an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in biology‑related courses.
• Ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects broad diversity and backgrounds, ensuring every individual feels respected and valued.

• Official transcript required at time of hire.
• Employment contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check.

• Health & Wellness – comprehensive vision care plan with low‑cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program – no‑cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Retirement Benefits – employees can contribute pre‑tax or post‑tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings.
• Educational Benefits – fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. As required by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, employment and admissions.