Adjunct Instructor - Biology

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About SUNY College at Old Westbury:

SUNY Old Westbury is a dynamic and diverse public liberal arts college that fosters academic excellence through close interaction among students, faculty and staff. Old Westbury weaves the values of integrity, community engagement, and global citizenship into the fabric of its academic programs and campus life. In an environment that cultivates critical thinking, empathy, creativity and intercultural understanding, we endeavor to stimulate a passion for learning and a commitment to building a more just and sustainable world. The College is a community of students, teachers, staff, and alumni bound together in mutual support, respect, and dedication to the Mission.

Job Description:

The Department of Biology at SUNY Old Westbury regularly seeks to hire Adjunct Instructors to teach courses as needed in the department.

Candidates for adjunct positions should have a record of high-quality teaching. Knowledge and evidence of use of active learning in teaching. Candidates should have experience teaching a culturally diverse student population.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

* A minimum of a Master's degree or ABD in Biology.
* Teaching experience at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline.
* Upper division teaching experience at the college level.
* Experience teaching a culturally diverse student population.

Additional Information:

The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

The State University of New York at Old Westbury is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Application Instructions:

Please submit the following online at: https://oldwestbury.interviewexchange.com

* letter of application
* curriculum vitae
* transcript of highest degree earned
* contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references

Please indicate if you are available to teach during the day, evening, or both.

You will be contacted if and when a position becomes available that meets your qualifications. Please note academic departments will not be accepting phone inquiries regarding your resume.

Only applications submitted online will be considered.

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.