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Full Time Faculty, Biology

About Us

Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position Title

FLSA

Exempt

FT/PT

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

M-F 8:30-5

Grade

Minimum Compensation

$52,117

General Responsibilities

The Science, Engineering and Technology Division is seeking an outstanding faculty member to teach General Biology and Anatomy & Physiology lecture and lab classes, develop curriculum, engage and advise students and assist in program coordination, including supervision and training of adjunct faculty. This may include interviewing, managing, observing, and staffing new instructors. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to engaging learners through effective and rigorous instruction that utilizes appropriate technology and employs teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles.

Candidates with college level, preferably community college, teaching experience, are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be willing to teach day and/or evening courses. This faculty member will also engage in general college responsibilities within and outside the division. Interest in mentoring students in undergraduate research projects is preferred.

Work Performed

Clearly communicating to students at the beginning of a course what they are to learn (course descriptions, syllabi, the grading system, and the learning objectives, attendance policy, etc).
Promoting effective student learning through assignments and class activities including the use of a variety of instructional techniques designed to meet student needs, promoting active and independent learning, and promoting higher-order thinking.
Treating students with respect and being responsive to their needs. Holding classes at the scheduled time for the full period, except for emergency situations.
Maintaining attendance records (in accordance with individual faculty member’s attendance policies) and accurate scholastic records and submitting required reports to meet deadlines, including submission of final grades by the published deadline.
Teaching evening classes as part of regular load when assigned and at least once every two years within the needs of each division.
Conducting assigned classes in accordance with the catalog and course description and objectives for the course.
Developing methods of assessing student learning as specified in the objectives and providing feedback to students in a timely manner.
Preparing, ordering, and updating normal classroom materials (including new textbooks) in accordance with established deadlines, including routine handouts, audiovisual equipment, library materials, bibliographies, reading lists, textbooks, software, etc.
Completing administrative duties in accordance with the administrative job description when assigned in lieu of a full teaching load.

Faculty are expected to participate in the development and implementation of plans to measure student learning. These measures will be focused on learning in the total educational program of a student and will include measures of value-added and comparisons with national and/or regional data. If deficiencies are found, faculty are expected to participate in program or course modifications designed to improve student learning in the areas of deficiency. As needed by the Division, the faculty will participate in approved learning outcomes assessment projects.

Faculty are expected to: attend and actively participate in meetings, keep informed, respond promptly to requests for information, participate in commencement ceremonies and other significant institutional events, work cooperatively, respectfully, and effectively with peers, support staff, and administrators, use appropriate communication channels, carry out other tasks vital to the institution.

Minimum Education Required

Master’s degree

Minimum Number of Years Experience Required

Other Knowledge Required

Essential requirements:

Minimum of a Master’s Degree in General Biology/Anatomy & Physiology/or a related Biological Science
Minimum of two years of college level teaching experience

Preferred requirements:

Experience in curriculum development
Experience in course coordination and mentor adjunct faculty
Experience in course or program learning outcomes assessment
Experience in mentoring students in undergraduate research

Working Conditions

Safe working conditions

Supervisory Postion?

Division

Science, Engineering & Technology (Div)

Department

Science, Engineering & Technology

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

B038P

Number of Vacancies

Best Consideration Date

07/06/2023

Job Open Date

06/06/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Category

Faculty

Benefits Summary

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor’s degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor’s degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor’s degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

Applicant Instructions

*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college’s application in full).

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/1726

EEO Statement

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.

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CEO of Howard Community College

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By Howard Community College

Howard Community College (HCC) provides academic programs to students in Maryland's Howard County. More than 7,900 of its students pursue studies leading to immediate employment upon graduation or transfer to four year colleges (many go to the Uni...

20 jobs

FUNDING

Public

INDUSTRY

Colleges & Universities

TEAM SIZE

501-1000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Columbia, MD

DATE POSTED

June 9, 2023