Biological Sciences Faculty

Maine College of Health Professions is seeking a Biological Sciences Faculty to join our team!

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, benefit eligible position.

The role of MCHP faculty is to provide students with a vibrant, engaging, and outcomes-driven learning experience in a small and pioneering educational environment. The College values shared governance, fostering collaboration between faculty and administration to support effective decision-making and institutional excellence. Working with the support of fellow faculty, deans, and staff, MCHP faculty are welcomed to innovate, expected to support one another, and encouraged to laugh.

General Education faculty teach in MCHP’s associate and baccalaureate degree programs across the institution and provide exemplary student support, including advising. General Education faculty have a unique role in influencing students across all programs ulty teach using a variety of modalities (online, face-to-face, and hybrid) and settings (didactic and laboratory), demonstrate comfort with academic technology, support interprofessional education, and actively engage in innovation to create effective learning experiences that support student success.

QUALIFICATIONS

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 undergraduate or graduate program

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and microbiology
• Knowledge of laboratory best practices
• Knowledge of curriculum development and planning
• Knowledge of educational technology
• Knowledge and understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
• Skills in operating laboratory equipment
• Skills in effectively managing classes, including planning and student performance assessment
• Skills in communicating well, both orally and in writing
• Skills in in critical thinking/strategic thinking
• Ability to apply learning theory in the classroom
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform a variety of tasks under pressure
• Ability to be self-motivated, self-directed, and work independently
• Ability to adhere to principles of respect, trust, integrity, teamwork, and positive collaboration

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and offer a healthy learning environment that incorporates a variety of instructional methods
• Teach courses – didactic and/or laboratory
• Select learning experiences and guide students in achieving desired outcomes
• Provide constructive, relevant, and timely feedback on student work
• Submit grades in an accurate and timely manner
• Advise students according to best practice
• Participate in curriculum development
• Actively engage in activities and service that advance the mission and goals of the College
• Maintain academic expertise and engage in scholarly activities
• Communicate effectively with students and MCHP faculty and staff
• Provide students with appropriate guidance regarding academic performance
• Refer students to appropriate staff members as needed
• Inform and discuss student issues with MCHP staff members as needed
• Provide instructor-specific contact information for the course syllabus
• Make recommendations to Instructional Designer for creating/refining course materials
• Adhere to MCHP faculty policies and procedures, as defined in the Faculty Handbook

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.