Microbiology Faculty Onsite (Part-Time) Tinley Park, IL

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About Chamberlain University

Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations.

Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree.

Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at .

There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways : care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients / clients, care for all.

By living Chamberlain Care, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain Care is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.

If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care, we invite you to apply today!

Job Description

We are interested in developing long-term relationships with superior instructors who have high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm and a commitment to providing the finest practitioner-focused education.

We are seeking primarily Industry Professionals to share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate BSN nursing students on-site in Tinley Park, Illinois.

As part of our faculty team, you’ll inspire our motivated students to realize their educational and career goals. From individual instructor support and student-led study groups to diverse clinicals and career networking opportunities, the Chamberlain community shares a common goal : to give each other the care we need to succeed and make a difference by transforming healthcare.

BIOS-242 : Fundamentals of Microbiology with Lab

This course covers basic concepts of microbiology, with emphasis on medically important microorganisms and infectious diseases.

Also addressed are microscopy, microbial growth and genetics, antimicrobial agents, epidemiology and immune system responses to pathogens.

Lab exercises focus on aseptic techniques, isolation and culture of microorganisms, microscopy and staining techniques.

Courses may meet once per week or twice a week for eight weeks. The face-to-face interaction in lab and classroom is blended with technology (such as online discussions and online assignments) for an enhanced learning environment.

Commitment is on a course-by-course basis.

Responsibilities :

• Develops and provides students with an approved Adtalem Global Education syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, and which includes the terminal course objectives.
• Organizes, prepares, and regularly revises and update all course materials.
• Uses appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
• Models effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment / examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.
• Ensures that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
• Demonstrates consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams, and provide timely feedback to students.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Master's Degree is required for all faculty positions (with 18 graduate hours in the subject being taught for undergraduate teaching). Required
• Faculty must have requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
• Faculty must also have excellent motivational and instructional skills in a diverse and non-traditional environment.
• Must be able to work in a collegial manner and facilitate the efforts of diverse groups.
• Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply. Required

Additional Information

Chamberlain Visiting Professor Position - Campus :

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is between $1,120 per assignment to $7,245 per assignment, depending on the candidate’s education and experience.

Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training;

geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.

Our Hiring Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.

Equal Opportunity Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation