Adjunct Professor of Biology

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : Temporary - Part-Time

Job Number : 171408

Agency : Midlands Technical College

Opening Date : 12 / 03 / 2024

Closing Date : 3 / 3 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : UZ01

Position Number : : 171408

Normal Work Schedule : : Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other) : : Varies based on College needs

Pay Band : Unclassified

Opening Date : 12 / 03 / 2024

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : Qualified applicants must visit the SC State Jobs website at www.careers.sc.gov to complete and submit an on-line application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Transcripts must be submitted with the employment application when a degree is required. Copies of transcripts are accepted for screening; official transcripts are required if selected.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Promotes student learning by communicating course content through a variety of teaching strategies, facilitating student engagement across all learning environments (on-campus, online or virtual), teaching metacognitive awareness and the skills needed for life-long learning, and using the learning management system (LMS) and other technologies to enhance instruction; aligns activities and assessments with course objectives and student learning outcomes; provides timely feedback that promotes continuous improvement; uses student evaluations for ongoing self-assessment and instructional improvement; and adheres to accepted standards of professional behavior, civility and service excellence. Designs courses / curricula that align with student learning outcomes; evaluates effectiveness of course materials and teaching strategies for continuous improvement and currency; adheres to department guidelines and college policies outlined in course syllabi; uses approved template to create an individualized syllabus for each course and posts it on the learning management system at the beginning of the semester; establishes and maintains a semester schedule of activities; records current attendance and grades in the LMS; conforms to all state and federal laws pertaining to students' rights in higher education; and meets all department and college deadlines.

Midlands Technical College is dedicated to providing excellent service to its students, employees, and the community.

This position is located on the Midlands Technical College Airport Campus, Beltline Campus, Dual Enrollment, and other locations as needed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Doctorate or master's degree in Biology or a master's degree in a related discipline with concentration (to include a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). Must have at least two (2) years' experience teaching college level lectures and laboratory courses in Biology.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching courses in multiple delivery methods, such as on-campus, hybrid, and / or online asynchronous, synchronous modalities is highly desirable.

Additional Comments

DIVERSITY STATEMENT : Midlands Technical College (MTC) believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are key pillars in achieving success in the classroom, workplace, and beyond. The college is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse group of faculty and staff as well as fostering a climate where all individuals and groups feel welcomed, valued, and heard. Through this commitment, MTC is maintaining a working and learning environment that fosters empathy, critical thinking, and cultural understanding.

EEO STATEMENT : It shall be the policy of Midlands Technical College to make employment decisions (recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment) without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnic group, color, age, religion, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, military service, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, or any other category protected by applicable law.

In accordance with South Carolina state law, Midlands Technical College is also committed to making qualified veterans a priority for employment.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Do you have a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Biology?

Do you have have at least two (2) years' experience teaching college level lectures and laboratory courses in Biology?

Required documents : CV / resume, cover letter, teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts. I understand that if all required documents aren't attached to my application, my application is considered incomplete.

If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?

Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, when and what agencies?

Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when?

Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College.

How did you hear about this position?

Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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