Adjunct Instructor of Biology

Posting Details


Posting Number: 06001847 Position Title: Adjunct Instructor of Biology Posting Date: Closing Date: Open Until Filled (notes): POOL posting Length of Position: 9 months per year - academic calendar contract Anticipated Start Date:

9/20/2021

Position Type/Employee Class: Adjunct Faculty FTE: 0.5 Salary Level: 2021-22 Adjunct Salary Schedule Starting Pay Range $622 per load unit Hours per Week: Depending on class schedule Work Schedule: Depending on class schedule Days of the Week: Mon-Fri typically Job Summary/Purpose:

PRIMARY PURPOSE :
To provide instruction in Human Biology courses in support of a range of certificate and transfer programs. To teach, direct student discussion, select laboratory-learning experiences appropriate for meeting objectives. To assess student learning in the classroom and laboratory. To work with others to design and deliver such courses.

Terms of Employment
• Adjunct Instructor, .5 FTE, benefited. This is a part-time position, hired on 9-month basis. Hours of work may include evening or weekend teaching assignments.
• Adjunct Instructor compensation begins at Step 1 / $622 per load unit (LU). Load Unit is not always equivalent to class credit; and shall include both teaching and other assignments.
• Adjunct Instructor positions are represented by the Faculty Forum Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• May include travel throughout the College district.
• Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants anticipating Degree completion must supply a letter from his/her university stating the degree title and that the degree will be granted by that date.
• Upon hire, must pass criminal background check and/or driving history; only information relevant to the position will be considered.

Essential Functions:

1. Provide instruction in Human Biology courses. This includes both student class and laboratory sessions. Course assignments may include sessions taught during the day and/or evening, delivered in-person (as conditions allow) or online, synchronously or asynchronously.
2. Provide individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress, including scheduled open office hours for student consultations.
3. Utilize resources, including technological resources such as a Learning Management System, to support teaching activities as appropriate.
4. Participate in collaborative efforts related to curriculum development and the evaluation of courses and academic program.
5. Perform other essential duties and tasks relevant to adjunct instructor teaching assignments, as assigned.

Marginal Job Functions
1. Act as a resource person for students.
2. Cooperate with other College personnel to assist students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

1. Demonstrable evidence of excellence in teaching typical Human Biology coursework found at a community college. This includes demonstrable evidence of the on-going pursuit of activities intended to improve teaching skills.
2. Thorough knowledge of the field of Human Biology in the broadest possible sense.
3. Ability to use a variety of teaching techniques and instructional methods as are appropriate to provide meaningful learning opportunities for all students.
4. Ability to design, develop, and maintain instructional programs and curricula in the field of Human Biology.
5. Ability to observe, direct, and supervise students through laboratory experiences.
6. Ability to use computers to communicate, to produce and manage documents and data.
7. Ability to work with historically underrepresented students, including students of color, and commit to assisting the College and Department in work to better serve these students.
8. Ability to communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or
without the use of an interpreter, in relevant teaching settings such as: classrooms, laboratories, synchronous or asynchronous online environments.
9. Ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or the professional literature.
10. Ability to work cooperatively with other faculty, staff and administrative employees.
11. Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations as required.
12. Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.

Physical Demands and Other Ergonomic Requirements:

Ability to work in classroom, office and/or virtual environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. Persons in this position may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

It is the policy of the Central Oregon Community College Board of Directors that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status or any other protected classes under Federal and State statutes in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Equal Employment Officer, c/o COCC’s Human Resources office, 541.383.7216.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, employees with bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Biology or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated excellence in teaching, or evidence for the potential for excellence in teaching.
2. Teaching experience relevant to lower division college Biology courses.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Note that you will be required to upload/create the required documents indicated in this posting at the time you apply. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to upload all required documents, including transcript(s). If you have questions please contact HR at 541-383-7216.

COCC is not able to support work visas for this position. Candidates must be able to work in the United States at time of employment.

Is a Criminal History Check required? Yes Is a Credit History Check Required? No Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Choose your highest level of education:
   • No High School Diploma or GED
   • High School Diploma or GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree in Progress
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree in Progress
   • Masters Degree
   • Ph.D. in Progress
   • Ph.D.
   • J.D.
   • M.D.
   • Other Doctorate Level Degree
2. * How many years of COLLEGE LEVEL teaching experience do you have?
   • Less than 1 year
   • 1-2 years
   • 2-3 years
   • 3 years
   • More than 3 years
3. * COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * The College is NOT able to support Visa applications for this position. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this position. Are you, or will you be eligible to work in the US by the start date of the position?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Are you a U.S. military veteran? (COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans’ preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document in the next step of this application process.)
   • Yes, I am a veteran
   • No, I am not a veteran
6. If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
7. * Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC’s criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College:
   • Yes, I will provide my consent when requested
   • No, I will not provide my consent when requested

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. College Transcript 1 (unofficial)

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 1
2. Letter of Recommendation 2
3. Letter of Recommendation 3
4. College Transcript 2 (unofficial)
5. College Transcript 3 (unofficial)
6. College Transcript 4 (unofficial)
7. US Military DD 214
8. Other Document 1
9. Other Document 2
10. Other Document 3
11. Other Document 4
12. Other Document 5
13. Teaching Philosophy/Evidence of Teaching Potential
14. Placement File, if applicable