Adjunct Faculty - General Biology Print (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mercyedu/jobs/newprint/3669805) Apply  Adjunct Faculty - General Biology Salary $500.00 - $735.71 Semi-Monthly Location Dobbs Ferry, NY Job Type Part Time Faculty Job Number 00306 Division School of Health & Natural Sciences Department Natural Sciences Opening Date 08/02/2023 Union Status Union + Description + Benefits Job Posting Summary The School of Health and Natural Sciences at Mercy University is seeking passionate, dedicated and experienced General Biology I and/or General Biology II Lecture instructors to join our adjunct faculty. This position will be primarily located at the Mercy University Dobbs Ferry campus and the instructor will be responsible for teaching one or more sections of General Biology I and/or General Biology II Lecture (fully in-person). Multiple sections of General Biology are available. This is an opportunity to join the School of Health and Natural Sciences with undergraduate programs in biology, clinical laboratory science, health science, communication disorders, exercise science, nursing, occupational therapy assistant (AAS degree), and veterinary technology as well as 5 accredited graduate health professional programs (communication disorders, occupational therapy, nursing, physical therapy, and physician assistant studies). Salary and rank are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must send a complete application consisting of: a cover letter addressing the applicants’ qualifications, a curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers and email contact for at least three professional references. The initial review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Strong support for faculty development and many opportunities for collaboration on teaching, clinical and research projects. Adjunct faculty are not eligible for relocation assistance. Qualifications Required Skills & Experience + Candidates with a record of excellent teaching at the undergraduate level are strongly preferred + Experience teaching General Biology Lectures to undergraduate students strongly preferred + Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment and a diverse multicultural setting. + Strong computer skills required. Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly with BlackBoard, as well as teleconferencing software, particularly Zoom and BlackBoard Collaborate, strongly preferred + Experience teaching online preferred Education Requirements: + Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline, preferred; M.S. in Biology or a related discipline, required Compensation is based on a semester and calculated on a semi-monthly pay cycle. Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves. EEO Statement About Mercy Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students. Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022. Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students. Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online. At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Our Mission: Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. EEO Statement Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu. The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. Campus Safety Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023) This position is ineligible for Medical benefits and the College's contribution. However, part-time employees are invited to participate in our various voluntary benefits. 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