Visiting Professor of Biology

EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2026

FLSA STATUS: Exempt 

HOURS WORKED: 8:00 – 4:30, Monday-Friday, evenings and weekends as needed    

This is a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position for one academic year to teach undergraduate courses on campus within the School of Health and Science. Teaching responsibilities are assigned by the Chair of the Department of Biological and Health Sciences. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

This position reports to the Chair of the Department of Biological and Health Sciences, the Dean of the School of Health and Science, and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS:

Student Workers or Teaching Assistants, as applicable

EQUIPMENT/JOB LOCATION:

Works from an office at Crown College. Regular on-campus attendance to complete job duties is required. Equipment used includes, but is not limited to, personal computer and related software, printer, copy machines, Science Lab equipment and tools related to undergraduate teaching and research. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

•    Teach courses in areas including but not limited to Biology, Ecology, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Genetics.  A normal teaching load is 24 credits each year.
•    Prepare, administer and clean-up required labs and related equipment each week and participate in the overall maintenance of the science labs. 
•    Facilitate student development of knowledge, skills, and demeanor required to support the degrees which include Biology and Exercise Science.   
•    Stay abreast of scholarly developments in specific and relevant fields as well as current teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and assessment.
•    Contribute to the field of science and/or the profession of college-level teaching.
•    Support the mission, goals, and objectives of Crown College
•    Engage in general faculty responsibilities that include:

• Participation in department and faculty meetings,
• Care of students,
• Crown College committee assignments, and
• At least 10 hours of scheduled office hours per week to be available to students.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:  
•    Demonstrated experience and expertise in teaching Biology courses at the college level.
•    Strong interpersonal skills and positive energy regarding professional education.
•    Established ability to work effectively as a team member.
•    Demonstrate excellence in spoken, written, and electronic communication skills.
•    Ability to integrate collegiate teaching and the Christian faith.
•    Experience evaluating students’ work and reporting results promptly.
•    Agreement and personal alignment with the Crown College Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.
•    Must be a committed Christian who is active in a local church.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•    Stamina to stand for extended periods of time (i.e., in the classroom). 
•    Mobility to allow for safe movement within campus and classroom environments. 
•    Vocal strength to speak clearly in a classroom for extended periods of time.
•    Vision adequate for frequent viewing of computer screens and safe use and supervision of equipment and materials.
•    Body strength to frequently lift and/ or move up to ten (10) pounds. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Master of Science degree in Biology or related field 
•    Demonstrated teaching effectiveness
•    Experience using computer technology in the teaching/learning process
•    Demonstrated curricular designing skill

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to the above minimum qualifications):
•    Earned a PhD in Biology or a related field. 
•    5 years of full-time teaching experience, especially in Christian higher education
•    3 years of full-time teaching K-12 in the field of science
•    Familiarity and/or experience with standards and assessments  
•    Experience with advising

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

Crown College will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or status with regard to public assistance.

(The examples given above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed and are not necessarily all-inclusive.  This position description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.  Crown College reserves the right to change and/or eliminate any and all job duties as necessary.)