Adjunct Faculty: Biology Lab - Longmeadow, United States - InsideHigherEd

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About Bay Path University:

When Bay Path opened its doors to students in 1897, it had a very clear goal: to provide a practical, affordable, and career-oriented education to meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities. From the beginning, Bay Path prided itself on being entrepreneurial, constantly pushing the boundaries of the academic experience to fit the start them on the road of success. We still do.

Today, that spirit and philosophy is more important than ever in higher education. At Bay Path, it's not just the number and breadth of undergraduate and graduate programs that defines us-and we have many-but it is our ability to connect the classroom to learning to leadership to experience to career that is at the core of what we do best. We know the work that needs to be done.

Bay Path University, an independent and not-for-profit institution, was named Among Fastest Growing Baccalaureate Colleges by the Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac, and is a member of the Women's College Coalition. With a main campus in Longmeadow, MA and three satellite locations, (East Longmeadow, Sturbridge, Concord), Bay Path offers undergraduate, graduate (for women and men) degrees, and professional certificates.

We're committed to preparing our students to navigate a constantly changing world. Whether it is one of our innovative academic programs, groundbreaking online learning platform, or through our Women as Empowered Learners and Leaders initiative, we educate our students in ways that will help them to grow, learn to adapt, and always to flourish. Be part of the change.

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Job Description:

• Job Type: Adjunct
• Traditional On Ground or Online class: Traditional On Ground class
• Undergraduate or Graduate class: Undergraduate level
• Date class is scheduled to begin: 9/3/2024
• Time of class: Varies

JOB SUMMARY:

This position reports to the Chair of the Undergraduate Science Department and is part of an academic department that promotes student learning, success, retention, and graduation in the natural sciences. The Science Department offers four bachelor's degrees (B.S., Biology, Forensic Science, Medical Science and Neuroscience). The ideal candidate will have student-centered learning/teaching and practical experience in two or more of these areas of concentration.

A M.S. in Biology (or equivalent discipline) from an accredited institution is required. Successful teaching and practical experience with active learning and alternative pedagogies in the Biological Sciences at the undergraduate level is required. Experience with teaching introductory to advanced laboratory based courses with small class sizes and frequent student interaction required. Demonstration of operational skills to support laboratory instrumentation is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain accurate course records and submit related reports as requested.
• Effectively assess student performance.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment for students.
• Utilize multiple strategies to facilitate learning, i.e. small group work, workshops, etc.
• Incorporate new technologies and methods that enhance teaching and learning into his/her instructional methods.
• Support undergraduate laboratory activities encouraging students to be fully engaged in the learning process.
• Maintain scheduled office hours according to University policy.
• Stay current with best practices in teaching and learning.
• Incorporate technology to enhance student learning.
• Demonstrate a commitment to active learning strategies, mentoring students, and collaborative scholarship, as well as flexibility in teaching different types of students.
• Understand and appreciate the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role of faculty in achieving those goals.
• Attend trainings as required.
• Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned by the University.

Requirements:

• M.S. in Biology (or equivalent discipline) required. Ph. D. or equivalent Preferred
• Master's degree plus extensive teaching experience in introductory and upper level Biology courses required; prior undergraduate teaching experience is required.
• Technical expertise/certifications associated with the Natural Science disciplines preferred.
• Experience with student academic support and success required.
• Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines.
• All new employees must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and any other required online trainings within 15 days of employment.
• Must adhere to University COVID-19 testing, symptom tracking and all other COVID protocols established by the University.
• Should be committed to a culture of diversity, equity, respect and inclusion; demonstrate ability to build working relationships with people having a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences different from ones' own.
• General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.

Additional Information:

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Bay Path University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity, respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community.

Application Instructions:

Applicants for this position should attach a cover letter, resume / curriculum vitae, the contact information for four (4) professional, work related references and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your candidacy. Please apply online. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.

Bay Path University is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and learning in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, women and all underrepresented backgrounds. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Bay Path University is committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.

Bay Path University is a smoke and tobacco-free community.

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checking.

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