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Online Adjunct B.A., Biological Sciences

Apply now Job no: 501941
Work type: Regular Full-Time, Temporary Part-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Faculty - College of Science and Mathematics

Online Adjunct 

B.A., Biological Sciences

Position Description:

Rowan University is seeking adjunct for its online division in Biological Sciences to teach introductory and advanced asynchronous courses in the B.A., Biological Sciences program.  

Rowan Online faculty play an essential role in providing students with a dynamic, engaging asynchronous online learning experience.  Faculty must be proficient with a learning management system (LMS), have proven academic excellence, and expertise in the current practices/trends in Biological Sciences. Faculty will work collaboratively with the Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences and the Rowan Online Student Success and Operations teams to support a successful learning experience for our students.    

Applications will be accepted year-round. When an asynchronous teaching vacancy arises, we will review and consider the submitted applications in order to staff the courses. The application must be submitted via our online career site – jobs.rowan.edu. Applications will not be accepted by email. 

 

Qualifications:

  • A Master’s degree is required in a subdiscipline of biology or a field of science clearly related to the course being taught.
  • Strong technical skills, including proficiency working with a learning management system (LMS), video conferencing (Webex, Zoom, etc), Google Drive, and other platforms, as well as the following technology requirements. 
  • Experience with asynchronous online instruction, digital communication, discussion facilitation, and alignment of assessments with digital learning outcomes.
  • Strong communication skills, ensuring that course objectives, expectations, and feedback are clearly provided to support student success.
  • Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience at the college and/or university level, especially those with a strong record of excellence in asynchronous instruction.  
  • Ability to create opportunities for dialogue within the learning experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with Canvas LMS.
  • Favorable previous teaching evaluations.

 

Expectations:

Rowan Online adjunct faculty are expected to: 

  • Foster an engaging, supportive, and responsive online learning environment by following best practices and guidelines for teaching excellence, maintaining clear communication, actively engaging students, and providing timely responses and feedback. 
  • Offer evening and weekend availability to support student success and enhance accessibility
  • Comply with mandated policies and regulations and adhere to all University-wide policies.
  • Complete all applicable faculty training, orientation, and course-related administrative tasks in a timely manner. 

Note: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. Candidates must reside in the US.

REQUIRED Documents:

  • A current and complete curriculum vitae
  • Cover Letter.  The letter should include the following information:
    • The type of courses you are interested in teaching and are qualified to teach asynchronously
    • Your general availability for teaching (Fall, Spring, or Summer Semester) and preferred number of courses/credit 
    • Detailed information about previous teaching experience and qualifications in teaching college courses, asynchronously and in-person
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Unofficial Graduate Transcripts for all listed degrees. Please note that successful candidates will be asked to submit official transcripts. 

 

Optional Documents:

  • Course evaluations

 

Salary and Benefits: 

In compliance with the State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, and in accordance with the current MOA, Rowan University adjuncts are provided with a minimum of $2,225 per credit for all courses taught. Courses will be assigned to faculty by College & Department on an as-needed basis. Typical lecture-only courses are 3 credit hours, while courses that include lab components may be 4 or 5 credit hours.

Location: Remote

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Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

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