Assistant Professor, Science - Job Opportunities at Atlantic Cape

Faculty members are primarily teachers and are responsible for the preparation and implementation of assigned courses. The college expects faculty members to expend about three-quarters of their time in teaching responsibilities.

Assistant Professor, Science

Posted: 05-10-2019
Campus: No Preference
Salary: $55,515
Duties:
Minimum Requirements:

 

  • Reports to the Dean of STEM Programs
  • Teaches a minimum of 15 contact hours per week of courses in Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and/or Microbiology
  • Teaches Introduction to Chemistry as needed
  • Participates in college-wide committee work, recruitment day activities, student advising, community outreach, etc.
  • Communicates and executes pedagogical and classroom management plans effectively
  • Works with assistant director of science labs to ensure student safety, and to requisition supplies and equipment
  • Clarifies to students the expectations and standards for assignments, assessments, and all class policies
  • Advises students, shows concern for their academic welfare providing assistance with course work and planning of programs
  • Develops and teaches appropriate course content for classroom and online use that conforms to WCAG 2.0 specifications for accessibility
  • Conducts a minimum of three office hours per week
  • Participates in curriculum development and revision
  • Works with other science faculty to recommend selection of textbooks and classroom resources
  • Assists in development of an effective means of evaluating and establishing clearly defined grading standards and procedures maintaining course consistency and academic rigor
  • Responds to college's needs and adheres to departmental and college policies
  • Pursues professional development and increased knowledge in teaching through avenues such as self-and graduate study, workshops and conferences
  • Participates in the college governance process through division-level tasks
  • Master's degree in biology or related discipline required
  • Doctorate preferred
  • At least two years of experience teaching 200-level college laboratory science courses
  • Experience with WCAG/accessibility compliance a plus
  • Demonstrated teaching excellence with diverse student populations
  • Demonstrated use of technology to enhance classroom teaching and student learning
  • Ability to teach introductory chemistry a plus

Candidates must send a letter and resume to the Human Resources Specialist, Atlantic Cape Community College, 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ 08330. Email to jobopps@atlantic.edu Deadline: 06-02-2019.

As a "New Jersey First Act" Employer, Atlantic Cape Community College requires new employees who live out of state to establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies. Learn more.