Owensboro Community & Technical College
Job Title
Biology Adjunct Faculty
Department
Math & Science
Job Category
Faculty
FLSA
Exempt
College Name
Owensboro Community & Technical College
Job Type
Part-time/Temporary
Campus Location
Owensboro, KY
Work Months
Per Semester
College Overview:
Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) is a three-campus institution located along the Ohio River in Western Kentucky. OCTC is one of sixteen institutions in the Kentucky Community and Technical College System and awards certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees in liberal arts and technical education. To learn more about OCTC, please visit https://owensboro.kctcs.edu/ and to learn more about Owensboro and the surrounding area, you may visit https://visitowensboro.com
Job Summary:
Owensboro Community and Technical College has openings for part-time Biology Adjunct Instructors to teach all levels of biology online and/or on campus. Common courses in which we are in need:
• BIO 112: Intro to Biology (Lecture)
• BIO 113: Intro to Biology (Lab)
• BIO 135: Basic Anatomy and Physiology with Laboratory
• BIO 137: Human Anatomy & Physiology I with Laboratory
• BIO 139: Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Laboratory
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans and carries our instruction, instructional activities, and prepares learning materials for in-person or online courses.
- Provides instruction to students in the subject area.
- Prepares lesson plans (as needed) and maintains records and reports on student attainment, attendance/activity and progress.
- Utilizes approved online course template and syllabus format, maintains classroom order and discipline.
- Provides timely feedback to students
- Completes required trainings as necessary
Education, Certifications, and Licenses:
- Master’s degree in Biology or Anatomy and Physiology (or related field) with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline or closely related subject matter.
- Previous experience teaching online, in-person, or hybrid courses is preferred.
- Experience using Blackboard (or a similar learning management system as a delivery method for classes) is recommended.
- Experience in and understanding of working with students from diverse populations is preferred.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Excellent organizational skills; high attention to detail; independent; self-motivated; able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to communicate with many individuals at all levels throughout the internal college environment and external business and community partners, representing himself/herself professionally and courteously.
- Ability to multi-task, work under deadlines, and prioritize projects to meet deadlines with high levels of efficiency and accuracy.
- Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Application Process:
Applicants must complete and submit:
- Online application
- Cover letter
- CV / Resume
- Copy of all college transcripts. Official transcripts needed within 30 days of hire.
- Kentucky State Law requires state and national pre-employment background checks as a condition of employment
Posting End Date: 06/21/2025