What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Laboratory Instructor, Biology position at Washington Adventist University?
Job Title: Adjunct Laboratory Instructor, Biology
Department: Biology and Chemistry
Reports to: Chair
Salary range: $700/1-credit laboratory course
Date available: Positions 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
candidates to expand the pool of Laboratory Instructors for afternoon biology laboratory
courses. Applications will be reviewed periodically based on student enrollment needs. The
selected applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are interviewed and decisions to hire
applicants are made at the discretion of the department.
PRIMARY DUTIES
QUALIFICATIONS
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 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.
Department: Biology and Chemistry
Reports to: Chair
Salary range: $700/1-credit laboratory course
Date available: Positions 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
candidates to expand the pool of Laboratory Instructors for afternoon biology laboratory
courses. Applications will be reviewed periodically based on student enrollment needs. The
selected applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are interviewed and decisions to hire
applicants are made at the discretion of the department.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Teach laboratory content for majors and non-majors biology courses.
- Engage in the selection of textbook and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of laboratory courses.
- Able to teach students the application of techniques used in biological laboratories, during a single laboratory session or during small laboratory projects.
- Supervise and maintain laboratories and equipment.
- Grade assignments and weekly laboratory reports.
- Supervise lab safety during laboratory sessions, preparation, and clean-up.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences from an accredited college or university.
- Experience with some techniques in microbiology, botany, and/or human physiology (i.e. microscopy, gram staining, bacterial cultures, EKG, and dissections).
- Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population of students both in and outside the classroom.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Prior college or university laboratory 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 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.
