What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Biochemistry position at Washington Adventist University?
Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Biochemistry
Department: Biology and Chemistry
Reports To: Chair
Salary: $3200/4 credit course
Date available: Position will be open until filled.
OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY
Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that
supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued. Nestled in a desirable residential
community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where
professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we
work together to ensure the success of our students. Regardless of title, every employee supports
WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their
communities.
SUMMARY
- The Department of Biology and Chemistry at Washington Adventist University is seeking a qualified candidate with experience teaching undergraduate Biochemistry, with the associated laboratory course. The lecture session typically meets three times per week (55 min each lecture) and the lab course meets once a week for three hours in the early afternoon.
- Applicants submitting applications are applying for a non-tenure, part-time position but
- with significant input in course design This appointment may be renewed upon satisfactory review and need.
- Applicants who meet the required qualifications will be selected for an interview. The
- decisions to hire an applicant is made at the discretion of the Department.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Teach biochemistry lectures and laboratories for majors.
- Teach pertinent course content using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, and other appropriate modes of educational delivery that promote educational and learning
- processes.
- Prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, and engage in the
- selection of textbook and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of courses.
- Engage and assist students by providing notes, timely grades, and feedback via a Learning Management System (LMS).
- Hold three office hours per week (negotiable).
- Supervise and maintain laboratories and equipment.
- Supervise lab safety during laboratory sessions, preparation, and clean-up.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s or Ph.D. (preferred) degree in Biochemistry, Chemical Sciences, or a related
- field from an accredited institution.
- Ability to integrate technology into course delivery.
- Ability to conduct independent and collaborative small-scale research projects as part of
- experimental application for a Biochemistry and/or Independent study course (optional).
- Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population of students both in and
- outside the classroom via a LMS platform.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Prior college or university teaching experience preferred.
- Knowledge of, and commitment to, the university’s philosophy and mission.
Title VII Exception Notice
Washington Adventist University is a religiously qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. As such the University has the legal right to prefer a member of
the Seventh-day Adventist ("SDA") Church in its hiring process. In the event that a qualified SDA
candidate is not identified, the University will give the opportunity to candidates who must
understand and respect the mission, purpose, and identity of Washington Adventist University as
a condition of their employment.
Salary : $3,200 - $4,000
