Adjunct Faculty – Biology at InsideHigherEd

CategoryAdjunct FacultyApplication DeadlineThis position is open until filled.DepartmentSciences Contact Dr. Jennifer Thornton - [email protected] SalarySee Credit Adjunct Faculty scale for comprehensive salary information.DescriptionDepartment: SciencesPay Grade: Placed on Credit Adjunct Faculty ScaleFLSA Status: ExemptResidency restrictions apply. If an offer of employment is offered and accepted, the candidate must be a resident of DC, VA, WV, MD, DE or PA on the date employment commences. In addition, the person must be willing to come to campus to sign paperwork for identity verification.JOB SUMMARYAdjunct faculty are assigned primarily teaching duties. Actual hours worked on- and off-campus in any given week can vary according to grading, class preparation requirements, professional development activities, and office hours. Adjunct faculty member responsibilities are primarily to teach students, assess learning, and engage in professional development. Adjunct Faculty report to either the Division Chair or Program Director.Adjunct faculty desired for Spring 2026 semester to teach IN-PERSON, ON-CAMPUS classes (no on-line or hybrid options available). Daytime, afternoon, and/or evening classes may be available:BIOL-101: Fundamentals of Biology 1BIOL-210: Anatomy & Physiology 1BIOL-211: Anatomy & Physiology 2ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Teach no more than the equivalent of 24-teaching load hours per year (per measurement period under the ACA)Hold classes as scheduledDesign assignments and/or give required assignments to measure student learningProvide clear and concise feedback to students in a timely manner (generally within two weeks)Check and respond to all emails within two business daysPost the syllabus, faculty information, and a welcome announcement for Preview Week and maintain a current gradebook in the Learning Management SystemHold required office hoursAssist students and direct them to appropriate resourcesContribute to student retention and completion initiativesParticipate in outcomes assessment and respond to dataCollaborate with student support offices and professionalsReport grades and reconcile incomplete grades as necessaryEngage in professional development including departmental orientationAttend required meetings and complete mandatory trainingsAdapt to emerging challenges and demands to serve the college and its studentsFollow policies as outlined in the Faculty HandbookPerform other duties as assignedJob RequirementsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK: Master’s degree in a related field (required in most cases)Prior teaching experience at college level preferred, and may be required depending on programAbility to use technology in teachingMust be positive, cooperative and supportivePHYSICAL DEMANDS:This work is normally sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicateVisual Acuity/ability to perceive or detect surroundingsMental acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand and convey subject matterRepetitive motion (i.e. keyboarding)Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to anotherWORK ENVIRONMENT:College campus, direct contact with students, staff, faculty and the general public in classrooms, common and shared areas, offices, and campus environments. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office, meeting, and training rooms. Use of safe workplace practices with office equipment; computers for data entry and word processing with some highly technical applications and new technology systems; avoidance of trips and falls; observance of fire and building safety regulations; observance of college vehicle policies and laws when/if driving a college vehicle and observance of all college policies.Carroll Community College has the right to revise this position description at any time, and this position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Directions to ApplyInterested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and an unofficial transcript emailed to: Dr. Jennifer Thornton – [email protected]. Please be sure the following are visible on the unofficial transcript: your name, the institution’s name and the degree/date conferred.An official transcript will be required upon hiring.This position is open until filled.To qualify for employment, selected candidates must:successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)be able to work on campus as of the first day of employmentbe a resident of DE, MD, PA, VA, WV, or DC as of the first day of employmentbe currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorshipscomplete an employment application upon request, prior to progressing through the initial interview processCarroll Community College is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.