Faculty-Biology

Job Summary
The faculty member will teach lectures and labs in human anatomy & physiology and/or general biology. Courses are offered during the day evening and/or online. Other responsibilities include assessment course development service activities campus engagement and professional development. Mentoring undergraduate students in research projects is encouraged.

Essential Functions
Teach a combination of lectures and labs that are equivalent to a minimum of 15 lecture hours each Fall and Spring semester Fulfill faculty roles and responsibilities as outlined in Midland College Policy and Administrative Regulations as published in the Employee and Faculty Handbook Assist the Program Chair in scheduling and staffing all biology lectures and lab classes Assist Program Chair and Division Dean in preparing a recommended budget for the department recommending purchases of equipment and supplies maintaining and controlling the use of equipment and supplies Recommend textbooks and instructional materials to be used in the instructional program Develop implement and evaluate curriculum; lecture and lab curriculum are to supplement each other Provide access to students through adherence to posted office hours and effective use of Canvas and electronic communication Serve on departmental division and college-wide committees as requested Maintain a well-managed learning environment regardless of instructional location or modality Communicate learning objectives to students Identify students who are at risk for course failure and employ early interventions to promote student success Assist with educational counseling and program advising of students Assist with writing and development of proposals seeking funds or property for the Biology Department as requested Coordinate with appropriate Midland College personnel to recruit new biology students as requested and work to increase enrollment in the Biology Department Stay current with trends and innovations in the field Maintain professional status through classroom participation organizational memberships advanced study publication and/or community-related service Help to orient new full-time and part-time faculty Serve as a resource to the College professional and educational communities Maintain academic records as required by the college accreditation agencies and law Successfully taught academic courses in the Biology Department as evidenced by student evaluations and grade distributions Assist with the development of goals and objectives for the department Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time The person in this position needs to move to other locations on campus occasionally Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information Frequently moves boxes or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds Office classroom and laboratory setting

Required Qualifications
Masters degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology or related field General classroom instruction and experience working or teaching in a lab Experience working with a diverse student population Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in Biology or related field College teaching experience Experience in a microbiology lab Experience teaching online hybrid and hyflex courses