Instructor/Assistant Professor of Biology

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Biology Job ID:

296744

Location:

GHC - CartersvilleInstr.

Site Full/Part Time:

Full Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular About Us GeorgiaHighlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, itnow serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta,and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor's degree options both in the classroom andonline. We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challengingwork environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, andcountless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalistsfor the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Job Summary The faculty member's primaryresponsibilities are preparing for and delivering excellent instruction, providing academic advising, and contributing to the collegethrough ongoing service. Responsibilities Support and carry out the college's mission, values, and strategic prioritiesin compliance with the mandates and regulations of the University System of Georgia and all associated accrediting agencies Teach 30credit hours or equivalent per year as assigned (day, evening, or weekend) Teach appropriate laboratory sections (if required) asassigned and assist with the preparation of materials and exams as needed Maintain timely and proper communication with students,faculty, and staff of the college via phone, email, and other electronic means Manage courses through systematic use of appropriatesyllabi and accurate, professional records of students' class performance, attendance, and grades Announce and keep regular officehours in accordance with college policy Adopt and implement common course objectives as prescribed by the division and thediscipline Regularly review and update instructional materials based on new information, research, or discoveries in the disciplineor in pedagogical approaches to teaching in the discipline Engage in the evaluation and revision of division/school curricula;ensure assessment activities are conducted in a timely manner Participate in regular training for advising of students; advisestudents in a manner consistent with college policy and NACADA best practices Participate in extended work of the college throughacceptance and pursuit of assignments to committees of the college or faculty, student organizations, and division or school-specificwork Attend division and school meetings, full faculty meetings, town hall meetings, required training, andgraduation Demonstrate meaningful service to the community and to the profession Pursue continued professional developmentin teaching areas, technological applications for the classroom, and innovations and enhancements in teaching andlearning Required Qualifications Must have at least a master's degree in Biology or a closely relatedfield. Proposed Salary This is a 10-month faculty position with an annual salary of $45,000 - $50,000 peryear. Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover Letter Attach unofficial transcripts with yourapplication. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledgeof Board of Regents policies Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies Knowledge of institutional policies andprocedures Knowledge of course scheduling procedures Knowledge of college human resource policies Skill in thepreparation of clear and accurate reports Skill in the analysis of problems and development and implementation ofsolutions Skill in oral and written communication Skill in technology skills appropriate to the job Ability to useD2L Ability to demonstrate competence and high-quality teaching of courses in required discipline Ability to create andmaintain a collegial environment that promotes student learning Ability to communicate effectively ContactInformation For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at jobs@highlands.edu . For technical support, please contact the SharedServices Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu . USG Core Values The UniversitySystem of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement ofCore Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as anorganization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USGStatement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression asstated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 . Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a backgroundinvestigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, asdetermined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in yourapplication materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federaland state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) ofthe University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state orlocal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination,layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=296744&PostingSeq=1 jeid-98893b62c6e8d0438a2758eed0a597e8