Position Description
SUNY Sullivan is seeking to fill the position of Adjunct Biology (PT). Reporting to the Dean of Liberal Arts, Sciences, and Health Sciences; the adjunct faculty must be willing and able to commit to delivering well-prepared lessons; holding weekly on-site office hours; engaging in regular and timely communication with students and staff via college email; developing and following clear and transparent grading practices; adhering to college and department policies; and submitting requested grades, records, and academic paperwork by posted deadlines.
Classes are scheduled in the mornings and afternoons. The scheduled classes for this position includes: Introduction to Biology and possibly Principles of Biology.
All faculty are expected to encourage students to think critically and analyze information as well as model professional ethical behavior which inspires achievement and leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree required, Ph.D. preferred with at least 3 years of teaching experience
- Must communicate effectively with students, staff, faculty, and administrators
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching
- Possess a strong commitment to student success
- Demonstrate continual professional development
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process attendance and grades
- Assist in evaluating, recording and reporting student progress
- Understand and comply with College policies and procedures
- Provide academic guidance, counseling and/or classroom proctoring as needed
- Participate in departmental meetings as assigned
VALUES
Faculty is expected to assume responsibility for participating in SUNY Sullivan Shared Governance, activities and to work constructively within them to further the mission, vision, and strategic directions of the College.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; the review of resumes will be on-going. Salary is determined by a candidate’s rank at SUNY Sullivan, based on teaching experience, education, etc. The full salary range is $655 to $740 per contact hour/course credit per semester. Please submit your cover letter, resume or CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and the contact information including emails for 3 professional references.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions assigned by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
SUNY Sullivan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity College.
Sullivan County Community College is an affirmative action / equal opportunity college subject to the provisions of Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education amendment of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Thus the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability in admissions, employment and treatment of students and employees.