Adjunct Professor – Biology

Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers.

Incumbents must teach all assigned classes and meet all required office hours as determined by the semester course schedule;

Incumbents will be required to prepare and deliver relevant curriculum to students in the course, using a variety of teaching methods to include, but not limited to, lecture, class discussion, demonstration labs, and projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Provide students an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the institution, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria, and an outline of appropriate University policies.
• Use the institution’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide relevant and engaging assignments that facilitate real-world applications of concepts covered.
• Maintain records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, and submit class rosters, attendance verifications, and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.
• Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning, while establishing and maintaining classroom control.
• Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations from previous semesters when available, and use feedback to improve course delivery.
• Attend all meetings and official functions as specified by the Division Chair and / or Program Coordinator.
• Attend one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution’s mission and teaching philosophy, policies and procedures and the learning management system.
• Meet with the Dean or Division Chair as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including student progress and curriculum development.

Incumbent may be asked to provide input on program development.

Adhere to University policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics and student and staff conduct.

Minimum Job Requirement

• Master’s degree in Biology
• Prior university teaching experience and / or corporate / industry training
30+ days ago