Teaching Faculty II

Teaching Faculty II

Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction associated with more than one lecture or laboratory course, assists with the design and execution of administrative functions associated with academic instruction and the development of pedagogy/andragogy or assessment tools and resources to support quality student learning. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an instructor of record.

• Works with faculty to identify and develop new methods of advancing instruction in the discipline
• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy and may train other staff in use of these techniques
• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading
• Supervises the day-to-day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
• Assists in development of grant proposals for funding of model instruction programs
• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
• May make presentations to faculty and to staff members on instructional programs and techniques

Department of Plant Pathology

$75,000 - $85,000 Depending on Qualifications

• At least two years of experience managing instructional laboratory courses in plant pathology or a closely related subject area; i.e., a classroom, online, and/or laboratory environment.
• Experience assessing student learning in laboratory and lecture settings.
• Experience designing and/or modifying the hands-on components of instructional laboratory activities; e.g. developing the learning goals and outcomes for the lab, planning for materials, obtaining necessary materials, developing the protocols for students to follow, designing the assessment of student learning, etc.
• Criminal Background Check will be required.
• Evaluation/Probationary Period will be required.
• Working conditions, lifting requirements, driving authorization
• The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.

• Working knowledge of basic biology of four major plant pathogen groups (fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes).
• Experience working with microbial culture and plant propagation in a laboratory setting.
• Experience providing training and oversight to students/trainees.

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology or related discipline.

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