Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Biology
Department: Biology and Chemistry
Reports to: Chair
Salary: $3120/4 credit course
Date available: Positions will be open until filled.
OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY
Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued. Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students. Regardless of title, every employee supports WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities.
SUMMARY
The Department of Biology and Chemistry at Washington Adventist University is seeking candidates to expand its pool of adjunct faculty teaching day and evening classes.
- Applicants submitting applications are applying for a non-tenure, part-time position but with significant input in course design. This appointment may be renewed upon satisfactory review and need.
- Applications will be reviewed periodically based on student enrollment needs. The selected applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are interviewed and decisions to hire applicants are made at the discretion of the Department.
PRIMARY DUTIES- Teach lectures and laboratories for majors and non-majors biology courses. Courses taught may include, but are not limited to
- Microbiology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Environmental Science
- College Biology
- Genetics
- Neuroscience
- Mammalian or Animal Physiology
- Teach pertinent course content using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, and other appropriate modes of educational delivery that promote educational and learning processes.
- Prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, and engage in the selection of textbook and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of courses
- Engage and assist students by providing notes, timely grades, and feedback via a Learning Management System (LMS).
- Supervise and maintain laboratories and equipment.
- Supervise lab safety during laboratory sessions, preparation, and clean-up.
QUALIFICATIONS- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Biological Sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Academic coursework in anatomy and/or physiology, microbiology, genetics, or environmental science is preferred.
- Ability to integrate technology into course delivery.
- Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population of students both in and outside the classroom.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Prior college or university laboratory teaching experience preferred.
- Knowledge of, and commitment to, the university’s philosophy and mission.
LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE NOTICES
Washington Adventist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. WAU complies with all applicable federal and state laws, including the Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
Washington Adventist University provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act and Maryland law. As a religiously affiliated institution, Washington Adventist University exercises its constitutional and statutory rights to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and reserves the right to claim exemption from certain provisions of Title IX and Title VII where they conflict with the university’s religious beliefs and values.