Biology Instructor (Microbiology)
Position Title: Biology Instructor (Microbiology Emphasis, 2 positions)
Division: Sciences
Employee Status: Full-time (nine-month)
Type: Faculty
FLSA: Exempt
Reporting Relationships
Reports to: General supervision is received from the Associate Dean, Sciences.
Supervision Exercised: Functional supervision may be exercised over student workers.
Job Summary
Teach assigned classes and laboratory sections, and perform related activities to classroom instruction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Related duties may be assigned.
- Meet classes at assigned times.
- Plan course content and assign appropriate course work.
- Maintain student records.
- Evaluate student progress and assign grades.
- Revise course outlines, objectives, and catalog information as needed.
- Maintain office hours convenient for students.
- Prepare course/class reports as required.
- Attend required meetings (faculty, division, in-service training, etc.)
- Participate in division, college, advisory committees, and community activities.
- Instruct students in the proper use of lab equipment where appropriate.
- See that equipment and/or labs are properly maintained where appropriate.
- Maintain supply and equipment inventory where appropriate.
Conditions of Employment: These are full-time, nine-month, tenure-track positions to begin August 2012. These positions include full benefits, such as participation in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS) administered retirement plan and health care. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Optional overload and summer teaching assignments are possible, depending upon availability. Flexibility in work schedule is necessary. Interest in serving a diverse student population is essential.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualification
- Completion of a graduate degree in Biology.
Preferred Qualification
Desired Qualifications
- Successful college-level teaching experience in Biology.
- Qualified to teach Microbiology.
- Commitment to the mission of the community college and interest in involvement in Department, Division and College Initiatives.
- Experience in computer-assisted instruction, distance learning, and related technology.
Application Process: Submit the following materials either online at www.rockvalleycollege.edu/employment or under single cover; application review will begin January 9, 2012, and continue until position is filled:
- Letter of application, which specifically addresses how you are qualified for the position.
- Current curriculum vitae, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of a minimum of three professional references.
- Unofficial transcripts of all college-level course work. Offer to hire cannot be extended without official transcripts.
- Documentation of successful prior classroom instruction (optional) to:
Rock Valley College
Human Resource Services
3301 N. Mulford Road
Rockford, IL61114
RVC is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and encourages
applications from members of underrepresented groups.
EOE.