Job description
Marietta, GA
The Basic Sciences Division at Life University invites applicants for an adjunct teaching position to begin Spring 2020. Qualified individuals should have laboratory teaching experience. The successful candidate will possess a doctorate degree in some area of Biological Science. Teaching responsibilities will include anatomy labs in Visceral gross, Head and Neck, Osteology, CNS and or PNS in the College of Chiropractic. Our curriculum combines hands on laboratory-rich modern technology experiences using Anatomage tables and models.
Responsibilities
Comply with the Life University Honor Code as well as all university and college policies, including those in the Faculty Handbook.
Primarily responsible for the instruction, supervision and evaluation of students in the classroom and/or laboratory setting as well as course assessments for the department.
Prepare a syllabus for each course taught using the college template and post it to the class on the Blackboard site.
Teach class in a professional manner, teaching the material that is present in the syllabus and course outline.
Start and end each class on time.
Post in a prominent place your teaching and student office hours schedule for each quarter. Be present during student office hours. Office hours are for the primary purpose of communicating with students regarding the courses you are teaching and academic advising.
Appropriately maintain all necessary records for each course taught.
Request peers to assist you in proctoring exams. For large classes every exam should have at least one proctor and the instructor present.
Attend scheduled meetings and events as appropriate and as requested by supervisor.
Cultivate in oneself and others an attitude of helpfulness, personal commitment to building relationships, managing to the best solution, and user friendly always.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics
Teaching and laboratory skills in dissection (cadaver or virtual-Anatomage) preferred.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality in regard to students/employee information.
Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, adhering to strict timelines.
Strong interpersonal skills.
High degree of initiative and independent judgment.
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Familiarity with or ability to multimedia and Microsoft Office software.
Familiarity with course management software (i.e. Blackboard) helpful.
Requirements
This individual will be responsible for but not limited to teaching and testing of students in any area of Anatomy. The candidate must be able to organize and implement course content in the classroom setting to facilitate student learning. The candidate must have excellent communication skills.
Ph.D., D.C. or M.D. degree
Teaching experience in the area of Anatomy or related field at undergraduate, graduate or professional institutions.
Requisition ID: 1711
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