Technical Instructor (Life Sciences Updated )

Position Title: Technical Instructor (Life Sciences - Updated 10/14/2026)

Department: WIT-Life Sciences

Campus Location:Washburn Tech

Position Summary:

Washburn University Institute of Technology is seeking applications for Life Sciences Technical Instructor. This 12-month instructor position is full-time and benefit eligible and will require in-person and online course delivery. An anticipated hire date is as soon as November 1 2026 but negotiable. Work schedule is M-F 7:30 am 4:30 pm.

The Life Sciences Technical Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction to students enrolled in the Health Occupations Program prerequisite courses. This role involves teaching fundamental health science courses that prepare students to enter Health Occupations Programs with the knowledge needed for success. The instructor will foster an engaging learning environment that promotes student success and meets accreditation standards.

Each selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to pursuing teaching excellence at Washburn University including a dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.

About Washburn University:

Washburn University is a teaching-focused student-centered public institution located in the metropolitan setting of Topeka that has earned national recognition for its high-impact programs for first-generation students. Washburn has a student body of just over 7000 students a significant and growing number of whom are first-generation and Pell-Grant eligible. The University has created educational pathways for all students to be successful and achieve their educational goals.

Washburn is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a dynamic faculty staff and student body and cultivating a robust learning and working environment and curriculum. We employ more than one thousand faculty and staff on our campuses throughout Topeka and strive to offer competitive wages an excellent benefits program and a supportive culture and a healthy work/life balance. Washburn seeks to create an environment that reflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT: inclusion modernization partnership achievement community and 2024 Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for according to Great Colleges to Work For program.

Essential Functions:
Develop organize deliver and evaluate curriculum and instruction consistent with established course program and institutional objectives.
Provide effective instruction in classroom laboratory clinical online and other learning environments as applicable to the assigned program or courses.
Develop and maintain appropriate lesson plans instructional materials learning activities assessments equipment and other resources to support student learning.
Direct guide observe and evaluate student performance; provide timely and constructive feedback; and assign grades in accordance with established academic and program standards.
Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance grades progress assessment and other required program or institutional information including use of the Universitys Learning Management System and other designated systems.
Promote a positive engaging inclusive and professional learning environment that supports student success and where applicable ensures laboratory and clinical activities are performed safely and competently.
Advise mentor and support students in their academic and professional development including assisting with student recruitment retention progression and completion efforts as appropriate.
Participate in the development review assessment and continuous improvement of curriculum courses instructional practices and program outcomes.
Collaborate effectively and maintain professional collegial and respectful relationships with students instructors staff administrators and internal and external partners.
Participate in departmental and institutional meetings professional development activities committees shared governance advisory activities campus events and other service responsibilities as assigned or appropriate to the position.
Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with industry health care community and other external partners to support program quality student learning and workforce needs as applicable.
Maintain current knowledge and competency in the assigned discipline including relevant industry practices technology professional standards certification or credentialing requirements and instructional practices.
Adhere to college and University policies procedures standards and applicable program accreditation regulatory safety and professional requirements.
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:
Masters degree or higher in health sciences biology social sciences or related field.
Minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in at least one health sciences content area.
Proven effective communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally and courteously with students faculty staff and external partners.
Demonstrated effective organizational time management and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel Outlook and other office productivity software; ability to learn and effectively use university information systems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to interpret apply and explain university policies procedures and program requirements.
Demonstrated dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching health sciences courses at the technical college level.
Graduate credit hours of 18 or more in both biology and social sciences content area.

Special Instructions to Applicants:Questions pertaining to this position may be directed to Pam Masters

Application Deadline:Application review will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can be assured of full consideration if submitted by October 27 2026.

Background Check Required