What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Biology position at UC University of the Cumberlands, Inc.?
Get Set for Cumberlands! Join our team of student-focused individuals working together in order to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, leadership and service. CURRENT STUDENT or EMPLOYEE? Please log into Workday and use the Career Tile to find and apply to jobs from our internal career sites. The University of the Cumberlands is seeking qualified candidates to teach undergraduate coursework in Introduction to Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, and Introduction to Microbiology. Under the direction of the Chair of the Biology Department, this adjunct faculty position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction to students through lectures and laboratory sessions. This course is a foundational requirement for students in various health science programs and supports the University’s mission of offering academically robust programs grounded in Christian values to learners of all backgrounds. Job Responsibilities: Teach online sections of: Introduction to Human Anatomy Introduction to Human Physiology Introduction to Microbiology Utilize departmental syllabus templates and course objectives to align with University curriculum standards. Develop instructional materials and assessments that reflect current anatomical knowledge and effective pedagogy. Provide regular, timely feedback on student performance. Maintain consistent communication with students, including through virtual office hours and email Use the University's learning management system (iLearn/Blackboard) and Workday to record grades and student engagement. Respond professionally to student evaluations and integrate feedback as appropriate. Comply with university policies, procedures, and academic integrity standards. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in Biology, Human Anatomy, Physiology, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience teaching anatomy or closely related subjects, preferably at the collegiate level. Commitment to student-centered instruction and inclusive pedagogy. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: Terminal degree (Ph.D., M.D., D.C., D.P.T., or equivalent) in a related discipline. Experience teaching both lecture and lab components. Familiarity with Blackboard (iLearn) and Workday for course and student management. Experience in curriculum design, particularly for hybrid or online formats. Ongoing commitment to professional development in anatomy, health sciences, or pedagogy. Compensation: Commensurate with expertise and experience. Benefits: Not applicable for adjunct faculty positions. Job Type: Faculty – Adjunct (Part-time) Job Location: On-campus (Williamsburg, KY) or Online (as applicable to course format) Cumberlands is different by design. Our employees exemplify our motto in the pursuit of a “life-more-abundant.” Located in the heart of Appalachia, University of the Cumberlands (UC) is an institution of regional distinction that offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 major fields of study, along with several pre-professional, graduate and doctoral programs. With a total enrollment of more than 20,000 students, UC is one of the largest and fastest growing private universities in Kentucky and is devoted to preparing students for the future through hands-on, experiential learning and research. The University of the Cumberlands does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran status, because a person is a smoker or nonsmoker, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University -administered programs. In order to fulfill its purpose, the University may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment, and the University has sought and been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University's religious tenets.