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Full-Time Faculty, Biology
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Position Number: 5649207
Location: Worcester, MA
Position Type: Science - Biology

Full-Time Faculty, Biology

Category: Faculty
Department: School of Math and Science
Locations: Worcester, MA
Posted:
Closes: 10/13/2024
Type:
Position ID: 181059

General Statement

For forty-four years, Quinsigamond Community College has provided opportunities for a first-rate education and personal growth to thousands of area men and women. Some students choose to prepare for immediate entry into a career field. Some choose to transfer to bachelor's level programs at four-year colleges and universities, and some choose opportunities for personal growth and cultural enrichment. Quinsigamond Community College is seeking student-centered faculty and staff who are committed to the community college mission and actively engaged in promoting diversity.

This position facilitates learning for students enrolled in Associate Degree programs and the Biology courses. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of commitment to student success and strong academic foundations in biology or medical sciences.

The full-time workload for this position may take place in Worcester, Southbridge, or any another QCC instructional location.

Supervision Received:

The full-time faculty member reports directly to the Dean of the School of Math, Science, and Engineering.

Supervision Exercised:

The full-time faculty member exercises supervision over any personnel assigned to him/her.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach a range of college-level courses including general biology, anatomy and physiology, and microbiology..
Provide classroom, laboratory and/or team-teaching instruction and facilitate individualized and non-traditional approaches to learning as appropriate.
Develop and/or revise instructional materials with other faculty members.
Develop and apply instructional methods that engage students of varying learning styles and abilities.
Develop and apply assessment strategies that maximize the learning process and measure student learning outcomes.
Actively participate in ongoing curriculum & program review.
Conduct academic advising and assistance of students.
Participate in college service activities in concert with the provisions of the MCCC Agreement.
Actively support the teaching and learning process; practicing honesty and integrity in and out of the classroom; striving to create and support a student-centered environment while fostering academic innovation and excellence.
Actively work with other areas of the college to ensure a spirit of college wide collaboration, collegiality, civility, and teamwork.
Respect the function of dissent in an academic institution while advancing a collegial atmosphere of campus collaboration.
Embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness and supporting the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation.
Provide flexible, responsive and high-quality service to all, be they students, community, or staff, and continuously assessing processes and procedures and revising accordingly.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree in the field of Biological Sciences or related area
Experience teaching General Biology or Anatomy & Physiology at the secondary level or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of college teaching preferably in a community college setting
Demonstrated ability to teach in at least two (2) of the following disciplines: general biology, anatomy and physiology, or microbiology.
Documented examples of curriculum / course development and assessment.
Demonstrated track record in innovative, non-traditional modes of instruction and instructional delivery, on-line learning, and integration of computer technology into instruction.
Well-articulated understanding of the role of community colleges, their students and philosophy.
Demonstrated understanding of and appreciation for diversity and multiculturalism.
Strong evidence of passionate commitment to striving for excellence in working with students, faculty, and staff and in responding to opportunities that extend the Mission of the College.
Evidence of effective communication and collaboration skills.

Additional Information:
Quinsigamond Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Quinsigamond Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core values at Quinsigamond Community College. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment for all students, staff, and faculty. Every member on our college campus enriches our diversity. We support inclusion and are dedicated to ensuring equity in access to opportunities.

Quinsigamond Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.

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