Biology, Adjunct Faculty
Salary
$35.85 - $38.30 Hourly
Location
Multiple Locations
Job Type
Part Time
Job Number
25-P34
Division
Learning
Opening Date
07/16/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
Job Summary
The Adjunct Faculty, Biology, is responsible for delivering accessible and
high-quality learning experiences in settings such as classrooms,
laboratories, clinical environments, and distance learning. The faculty member
facilitates the learning process to promote student success. They actively
pursue professional development opportunities to integrate innovative and
effective teaching and learning practices within their disciplines. They
engage in the institutional effectiveness process and college- and state-wide
initiatives, including program review, outcome assessment, and data analysis
to continuously improve outcomes andcomplete necessary course documentation
promptly and accurately. The faculty member contributes to developing student
and program learning outcomes, courses, and programs. Additionally, the
Adjunct Faculty, Biology, is committed to maintaining high ethical standards,
ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive data while actively promoting an
inclusive learning environment that respects diversity.
Salary will commensurate with education.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver accessible, high-quality instruction that enhances
learning and promotes students' understanding of course outcomes.
Instruct 13 or fewer contact hours per semester, in either curriculum,
non-curriculum, or business and industry; prepare objectives, assignments,
assessments, instructional and supplemental materials, grading standards,
and attendance policies; develop, maintain, and refresh course syllabi;
ensure the learning experiences align with program and student learning
outcomes for the course.
Create an inclusive learning environment ensuring all students have
equitable access to education by utilizing teaching inclusion frameworks,
including Transparency in Learning and Teaching (TILT) and Universal
Design for Learning (UDL).
Respond to students' electronic communications appropriately and promptly.
Maintain and complete accurate documentation of student attendance and
grades as indicated by institutional policy and procedures and submit
required course documentation accurately and timely.
Facilitate students' understanding of the importance of transferable
(soft) skills and their crucial role in achieving college and workplace
success.
Contribute to curriculum development by creating new courses and updating
existing course content and student learning outcomes; offer
recommendations for course textbooks, supplies, software, and equipment;
provide valuable input into developing the program's course sequence and
schedule.
Engage in the institutional effectiveness process and college- and state-
wide initiatives, such as program review, grants, the College's Strategic
Plan, NC Guided Pathways, and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Demonstrate proficiency in student learning outcomes assessment, including
aligning learning experiences with desired outcomes, conducting
assessments to measure these outcomes, and analyzing resulting data to
enhance student learning.
Foster a collaborative and team-based work environment, demonstrating a
strong commitment willing to follow tasks through to completion.
Collaborate with other divisions and departments to align comprehensive
credit and non-credit courses and programs where appropriate.
Pursue and engage in professional development activities each academic
year, including required and recommended employee training offered by the
College, research, and remain current in professional literature by
participating in professional organizations, taking classes, and attending
conferences and workshops, as appropriate, to integrate innovative and
effective teaching and learning practices within the disciplines while
safeguarding the accessibility and quality of the learning experience.
Champion the College's retention, progression, completion, and inclusion
initiatives, ensuring social and economic success for all learners.
Support the College's mission, vision, and core values by adhering to all
policies and procedures.
Related Responsibilities:
Participate in college-wide, divisional, and departmental meetings;
contribute to advisory and standing committees and focus groups on
formulating recommendations concerning educational pathways, courses,
policies, and procedures.
Engage in the College's recruitment effort by reviewing and providing
recommendations for program publications, the College's website, social
media, marketing materials, and other community relations activities and
events to enhance the College's outreach efforts.
Assist with the inventory management of programmatic or course equipment
and assume responsibility for labs and other facilities designated
primarily for the assigned program or course.
May attend the College's graduation ceremony and support other student and
institutional activities and functions.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, in
settings with people from diverse backgrounds, educational levels, and age
groups while exhibiting the ability to maintain the confidentiality of
communications.
Cultivate and sustain collaborative relationships with colleagues,
students, and community stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel, relevant computer
applications, and Internet platforms.
Display skills in planning, organizing, and implementing new initiatives,
programs, and services; certify quality through tracking and assessment
while effectively managing time and resources, meeting deadlines, and
paying attention to details.
Perform complex tasks, prioritize multiple projects, manage interruptions,
and demonstrate the ability to work independently without supervision.
Knowledge and practical ability in student/career and workforce
development while understanding the significance of fostering a learner-
centered environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of the entire student experience, encompassing
coaching, mentoring, academic/career advising, student/career services,
and academic progression and completion.
Practice high ethical standards and preserve confidentiality when dealing
with sensitive data and information.
Demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion within the learning
environment and the workplace.
Required Education and Experience:
Master's degree in Biology or a related field with 18 graduate hours in
Biology from a regionally accredited postsecondary institution.
At least one year of relevant teaching and/or work experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
At least one year of community college teaching experience.
At least one year of experience teaching distance learning using
videoconferencingtoolslike MicrosoftTeams,Zoom,Collaborate,etc.
At least one year of experience using the Moodle Learning Management
System (LMS) or another similar LMS.
At least one year of experience working the Ellucian Self-Service Student
Portal or another similar student registration portal.
At least one year of experience using the Watermark Student Success and
Engagement (Aviso Enterprise) or similar student success software.
Completion of the Applying the Quality Matter Rubric course, Quality
Matters Teaching Online Certificate, or other course development
certification.
Additional Information
Surrounding/Environment:
The Adjunct Faculty, Biology, will primarily work indoors in an office or
learning environment with moderate noise levels, free from outdoor elements.
They will collaborate closely with colleagues and occasionally work online or
during irregular hours. They are responsible for maintaining cleanliness,
ensuring equipment and supplies are well-maintained, functional, and adhering
to OSHA standards to provide a safe work environment.Physical Effort:
The Adjunct Faculty, Biology, must maintain physical condition for their
duties, including standing, walking, sitting, moderate lifting, manual
dexterity, equipment operation, and computer screen exposure. They may
occasionally handle up to 15 pounds. They must have good audio-visual
perception for observations, reading, writing, equipment operation, and
communication. The Adjunct Faculty, Biology, should demonstrate intellectual
capabilities, numerical proficiency, and confidentiality to make informed
decisions while evaluating programs, services, and personal effectiveness.
Schedule:
This position may require the adjunct faculty member to be present on campus
or at a medical, business, and industry location for teaching, learning, or
administrative responsibilities in accordance with the College's Curriculum
Faculty Workload Policy.
Travel:
Local travel between campuses, medical, businesses, and industry locations may
be required.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a
background check. Evidence of US work authorization is required. It is the
respective employee's responsibility to obtain initial and continued
authorization to work in the US and Mitchell Community College will not
provide sponsorship for employees to work in the US.
At this time MCC does not offer benefits to part-time employees.
Employer
Mitchell Community College
Address
500 West Broad Street
Statesville, North Carolina, 28677
Phone
704-878-4341
Website
https:// www. mitchellcc.edu
