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Durham, NC · On-site

This laboratory role will lead operations and program execution across multiple PFAS research ... What You'll Need * Bachelor's level degree in chemistry, environmental science, or related ...

RTI International

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Durham, NC · On-site

This laboratory role will lead operations and program execution across multiple PFAS research ... What You'll Need * Bachelor's level degree in chemistry, environmental science, or related ...

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Laboratory Instructor: Biology/Environmental Science Lab

Campbell University

Buies Creek, NC • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

Position: Laboratory Instructor- Biology/Environmental Science Laboratory
Department: Biological Sciences
Status: Part Time
Position Summary:
The Department of Biological Sciences utilizes part-time Laboratory Instructors some semesters for many of its undergraduate Biology labs. Qualified persons may teach one or more sections (up to maximum of 3 total per semester) of the laboratory associated with a variety of biology undergraduate courses. There may be an opportunity for continuation of the position in subsequent semesters, subject to departmental needs and student enrollment in this course.
**Please Note specific application instructions pertaining to Cover Letter requirements, stated below**
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Teach one or more sections [up to a maximum of three (3) labs sections per semester] of the laboratory course associated with associated biology courses, and all that this entails, including:
  • Present pre-lab lecture.
  • Interact with students, field questions pertaining to lab, manipulate lab materials.
  • Clean lab, resupply consumable lab materials, and leave lab room in working order.
  • Be readily available to lab section students outside the actual lab time, as needed.
  • This position requires weekly communication with lab supervisor and/or attendance of a weekly preparatory session with lab supervisor, as appropriate.
  • Assess lab work and maintain accurate student grades for lab reports, quizzes, lab notebooks and practicals, as applicable.
  • Handle student record keeping in a timely and complete manner.
  • Communicate effectively with the supervisor, fellow TAs, lab instructors, and lecture instructors in a timely manner including the following:
    • Calculation and submission of student lab grades to the supervisor at established times and then to lecture professor for integration into overall course grades (both mid-term and final grades).
  • Work assigned make-up lab weeks to assist students who may have missed labs during the semester, if necessary.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
  • Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX, and Information Security including, but not limited to; FERPA and other state and federal guidelines.
  • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice by the lab supervisor.

Education/Experience:
  • BS in Biological Science (BIOL), or related science discipline; or successful completion of coursework and/or teaching experience in this area of expertise.
  • Experience in higher education is also preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Blackboard, and standard methods of digital communication.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn and utilize new and emerging technology, including software systems and web-based applications.
  • Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy, and discretion in dealing with faculty, staff, students, and others.
  • Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people.
  • Exercise good judgment in complex and new situations.
  • Manage multiple, concurrent activities, and meet strict deadlines.
  • Adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a changing environment.
  • This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity, and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University.

To Apply For This Position:
Campbell University is unable to accept paper or email applications. Interested parties may submit their candidacy by clicking on the "Apply Now" button, or, if you are viewing this posting via an outside source, visit us online at http://www.campbell.edu/employment/ to apply. IMPORTANT: A cover letter, CV, or resume, and contact information for three professional references are requested as part of the application process. Applications without these attachments may be considered incomplete. If you have any questions, or if you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an application for employment contact the Human Resources Department at 910-893-1256 or email employment@campbell.edu. Campbell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Campbell University maintains a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Accordingly, the University is committed to administering all educational and employment activities without discrimination as to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ethnicity or national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, protected veteran and military status and any other characteristic protected by law, except where appropriate and authorized by law. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, the following employment decisions and practices: hiring; upgrading; promotions; demotions or transfers; layoffs; recalls; terminations; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; selection for training, including apprenticeship; and recruitment or recruitment advertising.
Employees and applicants of Campbell University will not be subjected to any form of harassment or discrimination for exercising rights protected by, or because of their participation in, an investigation or compliance review related to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, or any other federal or state nondiscrimination law, rule, or regulation.
Campbell University also maintains affirmative action programs to implement our equal employment opportunity policy. Employees or applicants who wish to review appropriate portions of these affirmative action programs may schedule an appointment to do so by contacting Human Resources at the Buies Creek campus, during normal business hours.

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