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Instructor - Biology

Employer
Presentation College
Location
Aberdeen, SD, US

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Faculty Jobs
Science & Technology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Life Sciences
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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General Purpose

The Division of Pre-Professional Studies at Presentation College invites applicants for a full-time Biology faculty at the Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level on the Aberdeen campus.  Successful candidate will be qualified to teach introductory level lecture and labs. Teaching assignments include General Biology lecture and lab, Anatomy and Physiology laboratory instruction and Cadaver dissection, Microbiology lecture and laboratory instruction, and Personal Health and Wellbeing.  The position requires teaching by standard classroom and online mediums.  Applicants must have experience developing instructional material, excellence in traditional and online instruction, and a dedication to on-going professional development. Additional responsibilities include serving as Program Director for the Health Science major,  an academic advisor to students, participation in various campus and college committees, continued scholarly activities, program marketing, and student recruitment.       

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Fulfills faculty workload requirements through excellence in teaching, course-related advising, scholarship, and service to the college and community.
  • Conducts all classes in accordance with current course syllabus, follow established guidelines each semester, and use approved textbook and/or related instructional material. 
  • Participate in textbook adoption and review as appropriate.
  • Participates in the ongoing assessment processes and continuous improvement of the curriculum.
  • Participates in student-faculty activities that serve to strengthen student- faculty relationships.
  • Maintain student attendance, grade, and discipline records as required by the college.
  • Serve on college and/or faculty standing committees and attend appropriate College meetings.
  • Contributes to the ongoing development of the program through unit and course revision and refinement and the implementation of formative and summative evaluation processes.
  • Remains current with the changing trends in education and practice.
  • Participates in professional and community activities.
  • Maintains personal growth and development through ongoing faculty development activities and annual growth plan.

    • Education and Training

     

    1. Master’s Degree in Biology or other Natural Science fields from an accredited university.   A Doctoral degree preferred.
      1. Minimum of 18 graduate credits in Biological Sciences
    2. Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level
    3. Cadaver dissection experience

      

    Knowledge and Experience

    Previous teaching experience in an academic setting preferred.

     

    Working Conditions 

  • Work is performed in a classroom setting with some interruptions and distractions; the employee may be required to work or attend meetings in the evening and/or on weekends.
  • Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a classroom or laboratory setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time up to five consecutive hours; lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 10 lbs; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

    • College Mission, Vision & Values 

     

    As part of the Presentation College Learning Community, you will be expected to play a role in supporting the legacy of the Presentation Sisters, in promoting the Mission, living the Core Values, and furthering the Vision.

      

    Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

     

    Organization

    OUR MISSION

    “Welcoming people of all faiths, Presentation College challenges learners toward academic excellence and, in the Catholic tradition, the development of the whole person.”

    PC AT A GLANCE!

    Founded in 1951 in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Presentation College has a professions focus in the undergraduate programs, including arts & sciences, nursing, business, social & behavioral sciences, and allied health.

    Making the world a better place!
     

    Learning… For a Better World

    Using knowledge to improve lives and make our communities a better place is the very heart of what we do at Presentation College. Here, service learning isn’t an add-on or an afterthought. It’s the very foundation of who we are and what our education stands for.

    Because, quite simply, that’s what the world needs.

     

    Our Catholic Tradition

    Our deep Catholic roots guide us in the way we approach learning and living. A core mission of our founders is a sincere commitment to social justice and human dignity, and that commitment is brought to life every day through our efforts to help individuals, families, and communities in need.

     

    Our Service Curriculum

    In order to fulfill graduation requirements, students complete at least two service learning projects. You’ll have the flexibility to choose from a broad range of service learning programs and opportunities, and you’ll enhance the experience through reflections and journaling.

     

    Our Boundless Enthusiasm

    From building homes through Habitat for Humanity, to “Shop with the Saints” for families in need, to packing lunches at the local food bank, to hosting community meals and health clinics, to countless other service activities, there’s no limit to our enthusiasm for service. That’s why 97 percent of students say they’re satisfied with service learning at Presentation.

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