Adjunct Instructor - Biology Lecture

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Biology.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in field of study.
• Plan, prepare, and follow an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepare instructional materials (course outlines, syllabus, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and Lab materials) as necessary.
• Instruct, manage, and supervise individuals and groups in laboratories using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluate instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
• Maintain a student-oriented approach to education.
• Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Is thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.
• Maintain desirable and safe laboratory conditions.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a MS degree in biology or a closely related field.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques.
  
• Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
  
• Knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, and evaluation.
  
• Knowledge of counseling and advising techniques.

• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
  
• Skill in public speaking and report writing.

• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
  
• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
  
• Ability to work effectively with people.
  
• Ability to utilize word-processing, spread sheets, power point/presentations and other programs appropriate for the assignment.
  

Utah Valley University’s dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:
  • Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)
  • Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness
• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union’s (UCCU) branch on UVU’s campus when becoming a member

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• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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