Instructor - Biology teaches courses in the discipline area of biology. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Instructor - Biology provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Instructor - Biology typically reports to a department head. Has a Master's degree or is a PhD candidate in the applicable field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate level and possesses the qualifications to participate in research. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Working Title | Instructor of Biology |
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Role Title | 9 month-Instructor |
Role Code | 01013-SW |
FLSA | Exempt |
Pay Band | 00 |
Position Number | 294F0085 |
Agency | Southwest Virginia Community College |
Agency/Division | Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) |
Work Location | Tazewell - 185 |
Hiring Range | Salary commensurate with qualifications and based on faculty rank |
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No |
EEO Category | I-Faculty |
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time |
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No |
Work Schedule | M-F 7:45a to 4:30p Some evenings and weekends may be required. |
Sensitive Position | No |
Job Description | Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, Southwest offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. Southwest also has associate's degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice. Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a Biology Faculty member to begin August 16, 2024. The successful candidate will provide college-level instruction in Biology. Classes may include General Biology, Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy & Physiology, and Microbiology. This position reports directly to the Dean of Arts and Sciences and indirectly to the Vice President of Academic and Student Services. The primary responsibility of a member of the teaching faculty in the Virginia Community College System shall be to provide quality instruction for the students. At Southwest, the major emphasis shall be on excellent teaching by working with students in classrooms and/or laboratories, through individual conferences, various distance education media, and related activities. Our goal is to help students develop their own interests and abilities to the fullest capacity in order to become better persons, better workers, and better citizens. Applicants should possess expertise in their field desire to work in a collaborative, learning-centered environment focused on equity, student learning, and success. |
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. |
KSA's/Required Qualifications |
The successful candidate will have:
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Additional Considerations |
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Operation of a State Vehicle | No |
Supervises Employees | No |
Required Travel | Some travel may be required. |
Posting Number | FAC_1280P |
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Recruitment Type | General Public - G |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Position End Date (if temporary) | |
Job Open Date | 04/05/2024 |
Job Close Date | 05/05/2024 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Agency Website | www.sw.edu |
Contact Name | Human Resources |
human.resources@sw.edu | |
Phone Number | 276.964.7339 |
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155 To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit www.jobs.vccs.edu to apply. |
Additional Information | For more information, please see the. |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: |
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. |
ADA Statement | TheVCCSis anEOEand Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes. |
E-Verify Statement | VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. |
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