Position Summary
Individuals appointed from this pool will have the primary responsibility to teach courses within the Division of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ( STEM ) including: -Biology -Chemistry -Computer Science -Environmental Education -Mathematics -Physics See specific needs below in each major area of study. Biology – Adjuncts teach undergraduate biology courses, primarily laboratory sections of non-majors courses in general biology, and human anatomy and physiology. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Candidates must be knowledgeable about and able to clearly explain biological concepts and laboratory procedures and techniques, which may include: ability to identify anatomical structures using human cadavers and models use of compound and dissecting microscopes biological and chemical health and safety practices in the lab ability to demonstrate data analysis and graphical display (excel) Chemistry – Adjuncts teach undergraduate chemistry courses, primarily laboratories and non-majors lecture courses. Specific topics include those typically covered in environmental, general, and organic chemistry courses. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Candidates must be able to use and demonstrate data acquisition software and instrumentation. Candidates must be knowledgeable about and able to clearly explain both basic concepts and laboratory procedures and techniques, including: use of scientific laboratory equipment and apparatus scientific methods of measurements health and safety practices and precautions applicable to a chemistry laboratory Computer Science – Adjuncts teach undergraduate computer science courses, primarily programming for non-majors, introductory web development, and a first course in programming for majors. On rare occasions CS will seek individuals who can teach an upper division elective in a current or emerging area of computer science (recent examples: AI, Big Data, Cybersecurity). Candidates for these upper division courses must have extensive professional experience related to the course being taught. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Environmental Education – Adjuncts teach graduate level environmental education courses in areas of foundations/concepts, curriculum and assessment, program administration, and teaching methods. Candidates must be knowledgeable about and able to clearly explain application of content to a broad audience including K-12 students, teachers, and adult learners. Additional content may include: ability to address programmatic administrative needs of residential and non-residential environmental education programs knowledge of the Oregon Environmental Literacy Plan knowledge of regional and national environmental education programs and curriculum knowledge of Oregon Outdoor School for All legislation Mathematics – Adjuncts teach undergraduate mathematics courses, primarily developmental mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, and precalculus courses. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Physics – Adjuncts teach undergraduate physics courses, primarily lower division laboratories. Specific topics include those typically covered in general physics courses. In your cover letter, please address your areas of expertise. Candidates must be able to use, demonstrate, and assist students in data acquisition software and instrumentation. Candidates must be knowledgeable about and able to clearly explain both basic concepts and laboratory procedures and techniques, including: use of scientific laboratory equipment and apparatus scientific methods of measurements health and safety practices and precautions applicable to a physics laboratory
Physical Demands
Activities may involve standing, sitting, working at a computer, and lecturing
Duties
The primary responsibility of a faculty member is teaching. Teaching encompasses normal instructional activities beyond the teaching of assigned courses such as academic advising, working with students outside of class, posting and maintaining appropriate office hours, course and curriculum planning, etc. Efforts associated with teaching may include, but are not limited to: preparation; direct instruction; assessment; student contact outside of class (office hours, appointments, email); presenting complex concepts to a group of diverse learners; listening; understanding and responding to student questions in real time/in a classroom environment; and applying critical judgement to student work, both written and verbal delivery of information. Efforts associated with lab/workshop may include: providing students with practical experience using instrumentation and equipment in a way that enables student learning and ensures safety; simultaneously monitoring and managing multiple students individually and in groups; demonstrating and executing complex procedures; and using complex instrumentation and hazardous materials. Incumbents appointed to multiple terms of teaching, may require professional development and service. Professional Development includes maintaining currency in the discipline taught. Service includes program and institutional administrative, committee, and student support and retention activities. In addition to teaching, the primary responsibilities at the professorial level include participation in scholarly and/or creative activities, including formal research.
Minimum Qualifications
Most positions are anticipated to be hired at the adjunct instructor level. Adjunct Instructor (term-by-term): Initial appointment at the rank of Instructor requires a Master’s or terminal degree in the discipline taught, or a related field; OR Bachelor’s degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, plus equivalency of Master’s degree in years of professional experience in the field. Demonstrated teaching potential. Familiarity with the appropriate equipment as required for the discipline. Adjunct Assistant Professor: Initial appointment at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor requires a terminal degree in the discipline taught, or a related field; OR Master’s degree in the discipline taught, or a related field, and is in the process of completing the appropriate terminal degree. Demonstrated teaching potential. Familiarity with the appropriate equipment as required for the discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Adjunct Instructor (term-by-term): Master’s degree in the discipline taught, or a related field Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and active participation in the life of the institution. Commitment to student learning, retention, support, and assessment are critical. Adjunct Assistant Professor: Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, development of a record of scholarship and active participation in the life of the institution and profession. Work experience that equates to one-academic year of full-time college teaching, or one-academic year of the combination of part-time teaching experience while a graduate student.
