Biology and Life Sciences Faculty

Ivy Tech Community College of Evansville seeks a full-time faculty member to teach Biology and Life Science courses on our Evansville, IN campus.

This is an in-person role requiring on campus instruction.

Our instructors prepare students to pursue careers in locations ranging from analytical or research labs and come from diverse backgrounds in general biology, cellular biology, biochemistry, and ecology.

Faculty in the Biology and Life Science discipline prepare student to transfer to a four-year program or move directly into the workforce.

Major Responsibilities :

PROGRAM OPERATION :

Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.

Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements.

Maintain student attendance and grading records according to college policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook.

Submits requested information within established timelines.

STUDENTS :

Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions / provide assistance.

Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.

INSTRUCTION :

Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Blackboard, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.

In event of emergency absence, notifies program / department chair.

Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote same as an integral part of one's work.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.

All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Hiring Range :

$45,000-60,000 per 9-month academic year, based on experience.

Work Hours :

This is a full-time position. Specific hours will depend on classes assigned but may include evenings.

This position is expected to start in August 2024.

Benefits :

No enrollment waiting period for this full-time position with exceptional benefit offerings, including :

Year-round Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance , life insurance, spouse / child life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability.

Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution , no match necessary, with no waiting period.

Free Ivy Tech tuition for employee, spouse and dependents.

For those pursuing higher degrees, Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions .

Opportunities for Professional Development .

Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program .

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Minimum Qualifications

Possesses a master’s degree, or higher, in a biological science

Possesses a master’s degree, or higher, in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in biology-related courses.

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of professional experience

Experience providing instruction at a post-secondary institute.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status.

As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions.

Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.