Biology Adjunct Faculty – This course covers the study of the cell and the molecular biology of life and will give an overview of what living organisms are made of and how they are characterized. It will focus on the principles of cell biology, cellular physiology, cellular metabolism, molecular biology, biochemistry and genetics. The course is taught at a level commensurate with the text. Laboratory exercises are sequenced, outcome-driven, and require cognitive, psychomotor, and application of technical laboratory skills are designed to reinforce theoretical concepts presented in the lecture portion of the course.  

This lecture course meets online via Zoom on Mondays, 9-11:50am. 

Minimum Qualifications: A master's degree in biology or a closely related field with at least 12 graduate credits in biology.  At least two years of experience teaching biology courses for science majors. 

Experience:  Minimum two years’ experience teaching in an online/remote environment preferred.  Ability to create interactive, engaging classroom experiences for students with different learning styles.  Ability to integrate open educational materials as appropriate for the course content.

Adjunct Compensation: Compensation will be determined based on the appointed adjunct faculty rank, which is based on education and industry and/or teaching experience.

Application Process:
Submit your application online at www.rivervalley.edu with cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and copy of official transcripts.

In your cover letter:

• Please list courses you have taught (if applicable)
• Please list courses you are qualified to teach (To learn more about course offerings at

            RVCC, please visit https://www.rivervalley.edu/programs-training/academics-overview/)

Please note: Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and Employment History Sections that state "see resume" will not be accepted. Resumes will be reviewed on an on-going basis until needs are met and may be kept on file for future openings.

River Valley Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor is strictly prohibited.