Biological Sciences Faculty

Position Information Posting Number : 0601022-NC Position Type : Faculty Pools Position Title : Biological Sciences Faculty, Part-time Employment Requirement Not Applicable Division / Department : Biological Sciences Location Job Summary : This pool has been established to accept applications for possible openings for part-time instructors that may arise throughout the year.

The Biological Sciences Department at LBCC offers a wide range of courses including majors and non-majors biology, human anatomy and physiology, nutrition and wildlife conservation.

The biological sciences instructor must develop, plan, and present organized lectures, laboratory activities, and out of class assignments in accordance with approved course outlines.

Required Qualifications : Master of Science (M.S.) degree in a biological science field, or a minimum of 27 graduate quarter hours in a biological science field.

Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. Preferred Qualifications : Prefer teaching experience in a community college or university setting.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions : Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time, to kneel, stoop, and lift lightweight objects.

Sufficient arm, hand, and finger dexterity to operate laboratory equipment, and to handle chemicals and cultures. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students.

Requires visual acuity to read numbers, words and operate lab equipment. Job duties require considerable standing; kneeling, stooping, and crouching plus lifting of light to medium weight (10-50 pounds).

Work is performed indoors with potential for some exposure to lab chemicals. Requires travel off campus to collect plants / animals and to pick up materials for labs.

Essential Duties : Impart excitement and enthusiasm into the teaching of biology.

Develop course schedules and syllabi.

Plan, develop, and deliver classroom lectures and activities as well as write tests and develop other methods to evaluate student progress and competence.

Establish and maintain opportunities for reasonable out-of-class contact with students.

Assure that lab equipment is properly used and verify that all equipment is present at the end of each laboratory section.

Work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages and successfully interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as part of an education team.

Communicate effectively in oral and written English.

Keep accurate grade and attendance records. Applicant Instructions : In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying : Academic Transcripts showing qualifying degree.

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation.

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Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

U.S. Veterans will need to attach proof of honorable discharge (Form DD-214) to their application to qualify for veteran’s consideration.

Proposed Start Date : Full-time or Part-time Part-time Number of hours / week : varies Work Schedule : Varies Posting Date : 07 / 01 / 2023 Closing Date : 06 / 30 / 2024 Open Until Filled : Yes Special Notes to Applicants : As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.

The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts within 30 days of their hire date.For the Part-time Faculty Association Agreement, please click here.

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LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences. Salary Grade Not Applicable Salary / Rate