Science Adjunct Faculty

Science Adjunct Faculty – Central Maine Healthcare

Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP) is a private, not‑for‑profit institution that offers nursing and medical imaging programs. We are seeking a Science Adjunct Faculty member to join our team and provide exceptional education to students in a dynamic, innovative environment.

• Provide students with a vibrant, engaging, and outcomes‑driven learning experience in a small, pioneering educational environment.
• Teach courses – didactic and/or laboratory – using a variety of teaching modalities (online, face‑to‑face, and hybrid) in a variety of settings (didactic and laboratory).
• Support student success by providing advisory services and student‑centered learning opportunities.
• Engage in interprofessional education and actively pursue innovation in curriculum design.
• Create an effective learning environment that incorporates multiple instructional methods.
• Submit grades accurately and in a timely manner, provide constructive and timely feedback on student work, and advise students according to best practice.
• Participate in curriculum development and contribute to the mission and goals of the College.
• Maintain academic expertise and communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Provide appropriate guidance to students regarding academic performance and refer them to staff members as needed.
• Adhere to MCHP faculty policies and procedures, as defined in the Faculty Handbook.

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology.
• Knowledge of laboratory best practices (for laboratory courses only).
• Knowledge of curriculum development and planning.
• Knowledge of educational technology.
• Understanding and respect for diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Skills in operating laboratory equipment (for laboratory courses only).
• Skills in effectively managing classes, including planning and student performance assessment.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Critical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to apply learning theory in the classroom.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform a variety of tasks under pressure.
• Self‑motivated, self‑directed, and able to work independently.
• Commitment to principles of respect, trust, integrity, teamwork, and positive collaboration.

• A master’s degree in a related science (biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, biological anthropology, etc.) from an accredited university or college.
• A willingness to work according to a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends may be required).
• Previous teaching experience in an undergraduate or graduate program.

• Doctoral degree.
• Experience in course design, simulation‑based learning, and interprofessional education.
• Expertise in the science of effective teaching and learning.
• Familiarity with Quality Matters.

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CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment.

We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.