Instructor - Biology jobs in Oklahoma City, OK

Essential Job Functions:

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  Teaches a minimum twelve (12) credit hours for laboratory classes per semester or equivalent service in the area of biology. This may include evening instruction.
  
• Teaches freshman and sophomore level biology lectures and laboratories.
  
• Assists and coordinates the preparation of laboratory materials and chemicals.
  
• Maintains an accurate inventory of laboratory equipment and supplies.
  
• Assists coordination of safety procedures and appropriate chemical storage.
  
• Maintains student and course records.
  
• Coordinates the collection of appropriate course and program assessment data as per division policy.
  
• Maintains and files current course outlines, objectives and grading procedures for all courses.
  
• Advises and assists students in selecting appropriate academic courses.
  
• Posts and keeps office hours as per departmental standards.
  
• May serve as lead instructor for the coordination of adjunct faculty and associated duties.
  
• Assists in the design/revision of courses and curricula.
  
• Serves on special projects and committees.
  
• Participates in faculty/staff development through format course work, seminars, workshops, professional organizations, or professional literary material.
  
• Exhibits innovative and adaptive instructional methods.
  
• Provides continuing education experiences for the community.
  
• Completes all mandatory training and participated in a minimum of two professional development each year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Master’s Degree in Biology or related field.

Training/Experience:

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  Must be qualified to teach and provide leadership in an academic discipline and/or degree program.
  
• Minimum of one year of college-level teaching experience.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Required:

• Teaching Competence – Must be able to create lesson plans, content, presentations, ancillary materials, and assignments to effectively transform information to knowledge for students; have the ability to assess student learning and progress.
  
• Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English and prepare complex reports on deadline; requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members, and the public, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
  
• Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as e-mail, internet and learning management systems.
  
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate in Biology or related field.

Other performance measures:
Successful performance of the job requires creativity, initiative, and effective problem solving. Must work constructively with faculty, staff, and university officials to accomplish essential job functions. An incumbent must use tact and diplomacy. Following school dress standards, proper attendance or leave policies, and other work-habit concerns are required.

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  Laboratory environment. Exposure to chemicals and repetitive activities common to science labs, such as cutting and pipetting.
  
• Position may require up to 30% of the work week be performed outside of regular hours.
  
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include some evenings and weekends in an often times busy and noisy environment.
  
• Work will be performed in an office environment with a significant amount of public contact, in person, by telephone, via email, and various communication platforms.

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  Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting up to 25 lbs. (If an object weights more than 45 lbs., OSU-Oklahoma City requires this to be a two-person lift) unassisted, bending, standing, repetitive motions, climbing or walking.
  
• Must be able to handle and safely dispose of chemicals, solutions, biohazardous material, and any other hazardous materials common to the science lab.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.