Job #1202016
Closing Date: 05/25/2012
Apply for this position by the closing date listed above.
Location As assigned.
Hours:
Hours as assigned: Must maintain an established schedule. Some positions may also include evenings and weekends.
Position Focus Molecular/Cell Biology
Salary: Salary is assigned according to the Full-Time Faculty Salary Scale
FLSA Status Exempt
Criminal Background Check:
Pre-employment criminal background checks are required for all Staff and Faculty positions. Pre-employment urinalyses drug screens are also required for all top candidates considered for positions in ACC's College Police department.
JOB PURPOSE:
To instruct students in Biology with special emphasis in teaching Molecular/Cell Biology courses in accordance with College policies and procedures. To work on curriculum and department and college-wide issues and problems.
REPORTS TO
Department Chair of Biology
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND TASKS:
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Teaches a variety of lecture and lab courses in Biology, with special emphasis in Molecular/Cell Biology.
Participates actively within the Biology Department and assists with the maintenance and development of biology curriculum.
Demonstrates creativity and innovation in the field,and service in the profession and/or the community.
Plans and organizes lesson plans, research and reference materials, syllabi, and other learning aids.
Maintains office hours to assist students.
Serves on college-wide and departmental committees.
Participates in graduation, general assembly, and other official College functions.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Department Chair, Dean, and/or Executive Vice President.
KNOWLEDGE:
Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Required:
Effective teaching techniques adaptable to a variety of learning styles.
Demonstrated ability to teach Molecular/Cell Biology courses.
Understanding the comprehensive mission and philosophy of community colleges.
Subject matter and related and/or relevant topics and issues in the teaching discipline.
Sensitive issues relating to a diverse student body.
Principles and practices associated with Servant-Leadership.
SKILLS:
Must possess required skills and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Required:
Demonstrated ability to use laboratory equipment as required in conducting Molecular/Cell Biology laboratory exercises.
Effective planning, organizing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to teach Molecular/Cell Biology lectures and labs.
Effectively assisting student learning.
Interacting with students of diverse backgrounds.
Being punctual for classes and office hours.
Maintaining an established schedule, including evenings and weekends, including possible multiple campus locations that may vary by semester.
Maintaining confidentiality of student information.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Required
Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, class room or other current learning technologies for effective teaching at the community college level.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to communicate effectively with students.
Manual dexterity, ability to lift and move 10 pounds.
Work is routinely performed in classroom and lab settings.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Preferred
Experience in the community college environment.
EDUCATION
Required
A Master's degree in Biology, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Botany, Aquatic Biology, Integrative Biology, Marine Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Zoology, Anatomy, Physiology, OR Evolution Or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Botany, Aquatic Biology, Integrative Biology, Marine Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or Zoology
OTHER
Required
This is a Security Sensitive position. Pre-Employment Criminal History Checks are required.Official transcripts are required. Reliable transportation may be required for teaching in multiple campus locations.
SAFETY
Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.
TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS
Transcripts
Applications are complete upon receipt of an official transcript. ACC only accepts transcripts that are mailed directly from educational institutions. Educational Institutions must mail transcripts to the Highland Business Center, Attn. E.M. Breedlove, 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752.
Transcript Policy http://www.austincc.edu/hr/apply/transcriptpolicy.php
Foreign Transcripts:
Applicants who have degrees earned from educational institutions located outside of the United States are required to have their transcripts evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service prior to applying for Faculty and/or Adjunct Faculty positions. If the transcripts are in a foreign language, applicants also need to have their transcripts translated prior to applying for ACC job opportunities.
Foreign Transcript Policy http://www.austincc.edu/hr/apply/transcriptpolicy.php
ACC Benefits Overview:
Full-time Faculty and Staffing Table employees who work in full-time and/or part-time positions at the College are eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month after their first 90 days of employment. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short and long term disability, retirement plans and AD&D.
ACC does not participate in Social Security. ACC participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and the Optional Retirement Program (ORP-Faculty Only). Part-time and Hourly employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP) as a retirement program required by Federal law. |
