Adjunct Instructor, Neurobiology

Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Neurobiology Department Biology Division Provost Terms and Hours Part Time Adjunct Faculty, Semester by Semester Basis Salary Range Per semester: $1,400 per credit hour (or equivalent); $4,200 per 3-credit lecture class; $4,200 per 1-credit lab class Benefits

Part Time, non benefits eligible.

Job Summary

The University of Portland Department of Biology invites applications for Adjunct Instructors to teach upper division neurobiology courses. This position requires course instruction with three in-person class contact hours per week per section, maintaining regular availability to meet with students, and participation in department orientation and trainings.

Adjunct Instructors are hired on a per semester basis and teach assigned Biology courses, not to exceed six credit hours (or equivalent) per semester.

Core Duties

* Teach assigned neurobiology courses using evidence-based instruction practices.

* Provide a supportive learning environment and facilitate effective student learning.

* Adhere to course curricula, methods, practices, and lesson plans as developed by the Department of Biology.

* Adhere to University and College of Arts and Sciences policies and processes related to class instruction, including but not limited to syllabus requirements.

* Conduct regular student assessments and provide timely graded feedback including homework, quizzes, and exams.

* Access the online learning system and other network resources to assign homework, communicate with students, complete grading and other assessment tasks.

* Conduct student meetings by holding regular office hours outside of regularly scheduled class time.

Education & Experience

* Required:

Advanced degree (e.g., masters, Ph.D., D.P.T.) and/or professional experience in a relevant field. Ph.D. students who have advanced to Ph.D. candidacy (equivalent to a masters degree) are also encouraged to apply.

* Required:

Instructional or teaching experience.

* Required:

Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and familiarity with inclusive teaching practices and evidence-based pedagogical techniques.

* Preferred:
Experience teaching undergraduate neurobiology courses.

Certifications & Licenses

* None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Demonstrated effectiveness in inclusive and student-centered teaching.

* Strong orientation towards continued learning and applying learning in the teaching environment.

* Evidence of a commitment to teaching and student mentoring.

* Competence with and commitment to inclusive excellence; ability to be an effective partner with diverse students, faculty, and staff.

* Commitment to collegial collaboration (e.g., teaching, research, or service) both within the department and across the University.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and effectively handle sensitive and personal information with sound judgment, tact, and discretion.

* Effective ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at level of sophistication required for teaching duties including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), the internet, and learning and course management systems (Moodle and Banner).

Physical Requirements

* Frequently: sit, perform desk-based computer tasks; use fine manipulation and grasp; use a telephone; write by hand; sort and file paperwork.

* Frequently: stand and walk; twist; lift, carry, push, and push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

* Frequently: ability to interact and communicate with members of the University and others as necessary.

Working Condition

* Hours of employment: sometimes may require working flexible hours when necessitated by projects or class schedules.

* Stress from work-related situations such as those involving challenging, important, urgent, time-sensitive, or multiple matters.

Work Standards

* Respect for the University's mission and Catholic identity: demonstrates commitment to learning, respecting, and contributing to the mission of the University, a Catholic and Congregation of Holy Cross institution. The University's mission statement states in relevant part: "we pursue teaching and learning, faith and formation, service and leadership in the classroom, residence halls, and the world." The University's Statement of Inclusion states in relevant part: "Our belief in the inherent dignity of each person is founded upon the social teaching of the Catholic Church.

At the center of that teaching is the fundamental mandate that every person, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, social or economic class, age, or disability shall be treated with respect and dignity."

* Promote culture of safety: demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

* Compliance with laws and policies and procedures: subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University, departmental, and other applicable policies and procedures,…