Adjunct for General Biology II
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Greenville University
Greenville, IL, US
Summary
The instructor is responsible for teaching General Biology II lecture and lab sections, focusing on the diversity of life, evolution, and biological systems. They must also perform additional duties as assigned within the Biology program at Greenville University.
Job Description
Description
Greenville University is seeking an adjunct instructor capable of teaching the General Biology II with associated labs. The course focuses on diversity of life including the phylogeny, characteristics, and importance of major phyla; evolution; and structure and function of selected plant and/or animal systems. (Three-hour lecture and two-hour lab sections per week). The labs must meet in person.
The selected candidate is expected to perform instruction and other duties (as assigned) in the Biology program at Greenville University.
Exceptional candidates will have demonstrated prior experience in faith and learning integration or express an explicit desire to implement faith and learning integration into the classroom.
This position is supervised by the Division Chair for Math and Sciences and the Chief Academic Officer. Greenville University utilizes the Desire2Learn platform for all programs.
Requirements
The selected candidate is expected to perform instruction and other duties (as assigned) in the Biology program at Greenville University.
Preferred: candidates will have demonstrated prior experience in faith and learning integration or express an explicit desire to implement faith and learning integration into the classroom.
This position is supervised by the Division Chair for Math and Sciences and the Chief Academic Officer. Greenville University utilizes the Desire2Learn platform for all programs.
Qualifications for Adjunct Instructor for Biology
- Master's degree (required), or higher degree, in a field of Biology, or equivalent education & experience
- Teaching skills and practical experience in the related course material is expected
- Must be well organized and able to present material using a variety of methods in the online environment
- Be open to instruction and utilize best practices for online instruction
- Possess excellent people skills
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Clearly understand and internalize the mission of Greenville University, and the value of a Christian Liberal Arts University.
All applicants must submit the following in order for their application to be complete:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Philosophy of Christian Higher Education
- Statement of personal faith journey and commitment
- Copies or Scans of official transcripts
Adjunct Pay Scale: The rate of pay is determined by course enrollment on the add/drop date, which is 10 days after the start of the course (5 days for Block courses). Average pay is between $2,000-$3,000 per 3 credit hour course.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Greenville University's Mission:
Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.
GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu.
Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, family responsibilities, or national or ethnic origin, in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).
