Adjunct Faculty, Biotechnology

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?

The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.

Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).

Position Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Biotechnology

Job Summary:

Teach Hazardous Materials – Biotechnology lecture course. The instructor will be responsible for creating and distributing a course syllabus, preparing lecture and lesson plans, teaching all scheduled classes, and responding to and evaluating student work. The course must be taught in accordance with the current program-approved course description.

Job Description:

• Teach courses in discipline, as scheduled each academic semester, using a variety of student centered, culturally relevant instructional methods to support diverse learning styles and student needs.
• Meet all classes at assigned location and times. If unable to meet an assigned class reports absence to supervisor and academic division staff in an appropriate manner.
• Develop, revise, and maintain instructional materials, course content, and syllabi that align with departmental standards and student learning outcomes.
• Observe and evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, discussions, and projects. Provide timely and constructive feedback.
• Support student retention and success by identifying at-risk students, providing instructional support, and referring students to appropriate college services.
• Be available for student consultation through phone or email.
• Use approved College standardized system(s) to provide students and the division with a syllabus that includes course objectives, learning outcomes, attendance policies, required materials, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
• Deliver course content using inclusive teaching strategies and incorporate instructional technology, including the Learning Management System (LMS) and other digital tools.
• Encourage and review student course evaluations to improve teaching effectiveness and course delivery.
• Maintain accurate and timely records for grading, attendance, and other required documentation. Submit grades and related records by established deadlines. Produces appropriate grade and course records for supervisor upon request.
• Uphold academic integrity policies and address violations in accordance with college guidelines. Uses the appropriate college policies and procedures to resolve and document student concerns.
• Participate in college governance, division and departmental meetings, and, when appropriate, program advisory boards and committees.
• Attend required Adjunct meetings in the Fall and Spring semesters and complete all required compliance trainings (e.g., Title IX, Clery Act).
• Engage in professional development to stay current in instructional methods, academic discipline, and institutional policies.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment, and instructional improvement.
• Maintain a high level of professional ethics and conduct all classes in accordance with college policies and approved instructional materials.
• Maintain a safe and organized classroom/laboratory environment by adhering to safety protocols, properly storing equipment and materials, and resetting lab/classroom for next class session (if applicable).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean.

This posting will be used to obtain a pool of qualified candidates. When openings are available, the department will contact selected candidates for interviews.

Adjunct Faculty may be assigned to any campus, including Grayslake, Lakeshore, Southlake, or any college extension site.

Required qualifications:

Master’s degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry or a related field

or bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry or a related field plus 5 years' work experience in biotechnology field.

Desired qualifications:

Previous college teaching experience.

Per Load Hour Compensation Schedule:

2026 - 2027 - $1,414

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Part time

Total Hours Per Week:

5

Position Type:

Faculty

Job Family:

Part-Time Faculty

Posting Date:

09/22/2026

Expected Start Date:

11/16/2026

Compensation Grade:

Location:

Grayslake Campus

Department:

JM - Biological & Health Sciences Operations Department

EEO Statement:

College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination.  Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, parental status, pregnancy or any other status protected by law.