Faculty Member, Biotechnology

Position Summary

The Biotechnology faculty position supports the Biotechnology programs and strategic operation of the School of Biological, Physical and Health Sciences. Faculty work as members of an instructional team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high quality instruction to students.

By creating an inclusive learning environment that integrates diverse perspectives and respect for all individuals, the faculty member fosters student mastery of learning outcomes using current disciplinary practices while actively engaging students in critical thinking, effective communication, creative problem-solving and modeling open-minded inquiry.

This position is part of the full-time faculty collective bargaining unit. Working conditions (including teaching load) are governed by the UAMD-FCC collective bargaining agreement.

The work that belongs to full-time faculty includes, but is not limited to, teaching, mentoring, advising and other instructional duties and assistance to students; professional service, including developing and maintaining the integrity of the curriculum and degree requirements, assessment and accreditation and other duties related to departmental and college organization and operation; discipline-appropriate scholarly and creative activity; other professional engagement in the broader life of the College community to maintain and continually work to improve the academic standards of the College and foster the conditions that enable the best possible College experience for students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach assigned courses in biotechnology or related fields in instructional modalities as determined by the College.
2. Maintain an in-person, on-campus presence for a minimum of 20 hours per week.
3. Participate in curriculum development, academic assessment and accreditation responsibilities as appropriate.
4. Develop and implement strategies for student success, including general student advising.
5. Attend and participate in division, school, career community and other meetings, Commencement, Convocations, time sensitive meetings called by administration, student open houses, orientations and administrative days.
6. Service to the College, including but not limited to participation in College committees.
7. Contribute to the College's strategic initiatives including participation in student, course, and program outreach activities in the College and community.
8. Engage in on-going professional learning including, but not limited to, the implementation of new pedagogical delivery techniques, up-to-date knowledge of their discipline and effective teaching practices.
9. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.