A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Faculty/Academic FLSA Status Non-Exempt Overview This position is responsible for teaching in Touro University Nevada as required. This position fulfills duties to further the mission of the department, college and University by participating in student education, scholarly activities, and University service. Adjunct Faculty members are encouraged to conduct original research/scholarly activities with student collaboration. This position is a 12-month appointment with primary teaching and clinical responsibilities with opportunities to conduct original research/scholarly activities and contribute to institutional service activities. Responsibilities Serves as an educator ensuring the quality, integrity, and defined standards within faculty's discipline Develop and deliver content in collaboration with Program Directors and Department Chairs ensuring essential elements [quality, integrity, adequacy, consistency, student use/results/impact etc.] adhere to and exceed, as defined by the relevant governing body accreditation, requirements and the University's mission (ensuring appropriateness of educational experiences, identifying opportunities to build and enhance the educational experience, providing constructive feedback, documenting findings, etc.) Maintains content expertise within discipline and contributing to the curricular model and delivery modalities of that coursework for which the unit is responsible and recommends changes when appropriate. Ensures teaching is current, appropriate and inter-related, and where applicable, support and build upon previous learning experience content (integrate emerging knowledge with practical longitudinal clinical experience, aligning learning objectives and process) increasing student understanding of subject matter. Works effectively as a team member to enhance and improve curricula, including potential opportunities for collaborative efforts within the department or with outside individuals, programs, or departments, maintaining a climate hospitable to creativity and innovation Develop and maintains a working knowledge of various teaching and assessment approaches (small group, bedside teaching, mentoring, lecture, independent practice- based learning, evidenced based medicine approach, simulation including institutional simulation, online learning and interactive video scenario, standardized patient). Actively engages in the advancement of the Builds collaborative partnership opportunities across and among various entities participating in networking opportunities, [internal and external partners, other colleges and universities, hospitals, local organizations, societies, ] promoting relationships with the University. Promotes and represents the University at local, state, and national events (attending and participating in conferences, serving as a speaker/presenter, networking with colleagues to foster program development, participating in various community opportunities, etc.) Is knowledgeable of and remains in compliance with all institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the Faculty Handbook for Touro University Nevada Contributes to team effort by performing other duties as needed/assigned by the
Chair Qualifications Education:
DO or MD degree required. All contracted faculty must have current board certification in a primary care specialty (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics). US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
Experience:
Experience in teaching osteopathic, medical, allied health and/ or graduate students. Candidates should have teaching experience. Solid knowledge of the biological sciences, mathematics, chemistry, and many other aspects of medicine.
Skills & Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal skills [professionalism, diplomacy, judgment, discretion, excellent oral/written communication skills etc.] a must to effectively interact and collaborate with a variety of constituents. Must have excellent organizational, time management skills and be detail oriented. Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment. Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Zachary Shapiro, 690 Walnut Ave, Suite 210, Vallejo, California, 94592, zshapiro@touro.edu (707-638-5459) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
