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Lecturer Position

Lab Instructor, Life Sciences

Forsyth Technical Community College · United States
Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full or part time
Reference
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Posted Sep 08, 2026

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Forsyth Technical Community College Employment Opportunities Lab Instructor, Life Sciences Lab Instructor, Life Sciences

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Position Information

Job Title Lab Instructor, Life Sciences

Posting Number 2662 Job Schedule Part Time Job Shift Day, Evening OCR Code / Classification 2 - Instructor - Faculty Min Salary 34.15 Max Salary 38.30 Work Location Main Campus

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary An instructor is a member of faculty in an academic department and team that supports student achievement and success from recruitment through graduation and beyond, advancing economic mobility, personal empowerment, and transformed communities. An instructor conducts college courses at appropriate quality for undergraduate students as assigned by the Department Chair and approved by the Dean. The instructor facilitates the learning process by designing and implementing appropriate, meaningful instructional activities, and by drawing from the scholarships of teaching and learning and cultivating a supportive learning environment that allows students to think critically and experiment. The instructor evaluates student learning by creating and implementing well-designed assessment tools. Additionally, the instructor participates in curriculum development, mentoring of students, helps students connect with academic and non-academic supports services as needed, and engages in institutional service, professional development, and other duties assigned by the Department Chair and Associate Dean. The instructor also keeps accurate records pertaining to students and adheres to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must meet minimum SACS criteria of bachelor's degree in biology or life sciences.
  • Knowledge of basic biology labs.
  • Flexibility to teach morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend classes as needed.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Two (2) academic years of teaching experience.
  • Experience teaching at a community college.
  • Willingness and ability to travel and work at multiple campuses or offsite locations as necessary.

    • Essential Duties Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: include the following and additional duties as needed.

  • Teach on- and off- campus classes as assigned, including online, Career and College Promise and Early College High School.
  • Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as designated by the Department Chair and approved by the Division.
  • Be available via traditional or electronic means for assistance, for responding to questions, or otherwise assisting the students in a timely manner as outlined by the Department and Division.
  • Responsible for grading laboratory assignments in a timely manner and posting grades in the Learning Management System.
  • Assume responsibility for maintaining all required College records including attendance, grade records, etc.
  • Make recommendations to Department Chair for supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs.
  • Remain current on methods of teaching with technology and incorporate instructional technologies to augment instructional delivery and facilitate learning.
  • Assume responsibility for being familiar with and adhering to all policies of the College including College-required training.
  • Use the College's Learning Management System to deliver online instruction, enhance on-campus instruction in all classes, and post the course syllabus and other handouts.
  • Follow the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) privacy requirements when disseminating student information.
  • Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others in a collegial environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and other related duties incident to the work described herein.

    • Physical Demands Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
  • The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
  • The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.
  • The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
  • The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

    • Workplace Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    • Posting Detail Information

    Open Date 10/09/2025

    Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  • Do you have a bachelor's degree in Biology or Life Sciences?
  • Yes
  • No
    • Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    Optional Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Professional Certificates
  • Official Transcripts 1
  • Official Transcripts 2
  • Official Transcripts 3
  • Official Transcripts 4

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