Instructor of Biology

Job Summary

The University of South Carolina Union invites applications for a 9-month, Instructor of Biology. Teaching requirements include face-to-face and distance education, potentially including evening and / or weekend classes, along with teaching dual-enrollment classes at the USC Union campus, USC Union Laurens location, and on-site at various affiliated high schools. This role will entail instructing six courses per semester (6-6 course load). A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, as well as participation in university and community service, is expected. The selected candidate will have the responsibility of teaching introductory biology courses and any upper-level courses as needed.

Demonstrated dedication to exceptional teaching and engagement with both the campus and local community is essential. Excellent communication skills, a commitment to fostering collegial relationships, and a strong dedication to undergraduate education are required.

USC Union, as a campus of Palmetto College of the University of South Carolina, offers associate in arts and science degrees. Faculty members may teach courses for bachelors degree programs in Organizational Leadership and Liberal Studies, as well as other Palmetto College programs.

The faculty member will be responsible for the following :

• Teaching assigned classes where needed under the supervision of the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes.
• Teaching six courses per semester (labs are treated as individual courses).
• Advising students; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his / her regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance and student co-curricular activities.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

About USC Union USC Union, situated in Union, South Carolina, and with an additional location in Laurens, SC, is a two-year public university. It operates as one of the four regional campuses affiliated with the University of South Carolina System. USC Union primarily focuses on providing quality education. The institution serves around students and holds full accreditation from the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. USC Union grants two-year Associate of Arts / Science degrees and offers baccalaureate programs in various fields through Palmetto College. Additionally, it partners with USC Aiken to offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. The university also delivers general education courses that are transferable to baccalaureate and professional programs across the nation. USC Union plays a pivotal role in the academic journey of many of our students, serving as the starting point for their college education. For more information about USC Union, please visit Required Education and Experience Candidates must possess a Masters degree in Biology or a related field, with 18 graduate hours in Biology from an accredited university by the beginning date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level courses as needed. Preferred Qualifications N / A Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 08 / 16 / Job Open Date 09 / 24 / Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant The University of South Carolina requires individuals to apply online for all job vacancies. You may access the USC Jobs Online Employment site at USC accepted agencies), and teaching statement . If you have any questions about the position, please contact the committee chair : Dr. Sandy Phillips-Long at

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five business days on our job website. After five business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. Quicklink for Posting EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV / AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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