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Adjunct Faculty - Biological Sciences

Prime Healthcare • Lewiston, ME • 13h ago

Overview

Department: General Education Faculty

Schedule: Variable

Facility: Maine College of Health Professions

Location: Lewiston, ME 04240

Maine College of Health Professions is seeking a Biological Science Adjunct Faculty to join our team!

Maine College of Health Professions is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher education that is home to Maine's first nursing and medical imaging programs.

Maine College of Health Professions enriches lives through providing exceptional education in health professions, supporting student success, and inspiring lifelong learning. We emphasize interpersonal, interprofessional, and community collaboration, and we prioritize excellence in patient care, student learning, and scholarship.

Responsibilities

The role of MCHP faculty is to provide our students with a vibrant, engaging, and outcomes-driven learning experience in a small and pioneering educational environment. Working with the support of fellow faculty, deans, and staff, MCHP faculty are welcomed to innovate, expected to support, and encouraged to laugh.

General Education faculty teach in MCHP's associate and baccalaureate degree programs across the institution and provide exemplary student support, including advising. General Education faculty have a unique position among faculty in that that they have influence on students from every program at MCHP. Faculty use a variety of teaching modalities (online, face-to-face, and hybrid) in a variety of settings (didactic and laboratory), have experience and comfort with academic technology, support interprofessional education, and are willing to actively engage in innovation. Faculty are tasked with creating effective student learning experiences that support student success.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

A master's degree in a related science (biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, biological anthropology, etc.) from an accredited university or college. A willingness to work according to a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends may be required). Previous teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate program

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Doctoral degree

Experience in course design, simulation-based learning, and interprofessional education

Expertise in the science of effective teaching and learning

Familiarity with Quality Matters

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology

Knowledge of laboratory best practices (laboratory courses only)

Knowledge of curriculum development and planning

Knowledge of educational technology

Knowledge and understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds

Skills in operating laboratory equipment (laboratory courses only)

Skills in effectively managing classes, including planning and student performance assessment

Skills in communicating well, both orally and in writing

Skills in in critical thinking/strategic thinking

Ability to apply learning theory in the classroom

Ability to meet deadlines and perform a variety of tasks under pressure

Ability to be self-motivated, self-directed, and work independently

Ability to adhere to principles of respect, trust, integrity, teamwork, and positive collaboration

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Create and offer a healthy learning environment that incorporates a variety of instructional methods

Teach courses - didactic and/or laboratory

Select learning experiences and guide students in achieving desired outcomes

Provide constructive, relevant, and timely feedback on student work

Submit grades in an accurate and timely manner

Advise students according to best practice

Participate in curriculum development

Actively engage in activities that advance the mission and goals of the College

Maintain academic expertise

Communicate effectively with students and MCHP faculty and staff

Provide students with appropriate guidance regarding academic performance

Refer students to appropriate staff members as needed

Inform and discuss student issues with MCHP staff members as needed

Provide instructor-specific contact information for the course syllabus

Make recommendations to Instructional Designer for creating/refining course materials

Adhere to MCHP faculty policies and procedures, as defined in the Faculty Handbook

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\KnowYourRights\screen\reader\10_20.pdf

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FacilityCentral Maine Medical Center

LocationUS-ME-LEWISTON

ID2026-262886

CategoryBusiness Professional

Position TypePer Diem

ShiftVariable

Job TypeNon-Exempt

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