Adjunct Instructors - Biology Special Topics

Position Details Position Information Classification Title Working Title Adjunct Instructors - Biology Special Topics Hire Type Adjunct/PT Faculty Division Academic Affairs Department College of Science & Engineering/School of Computing, Engineering & Environment Unit Biology Location SCSU Main Campus, 720 Fourth Avenue South, St. Cloud MN 56301, Minnesota FLSA Exempt Full/Part Time Part Time FTE Employment Condition Adjunct Work Shift Work Schedule/Hours/Days Posting Details The successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain a professional goal to become an outstanding teacher-scholar through the use of research-based, best-practices pedagogy. They may be expected to teach using both in-person and alternative delivery methods such as online and hybrid. They will regularly engage in ongoing professional development and innovation opportunities focused on pedagogical growth. To learn more about the college and department click on one of the links below: • College of Science and Engineering • Department of Biological Sciences The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. • Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) which can be found here. Salary Minimum Salary Maximum Salary Type Per Credit Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO

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St. Cloud State University is seeking applications for potential part-time Adjunct Instructors who qualify to teach in the College of Science and Engineering Department of Biology in specialty courses. Individuals interested in being considered for part-time, Adjunct teaching positions in the Biology Department should have the qualifications outlined in the Required Qualifications section. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree • Minimum of five years of work experience or an advanced degree in a field related to the specialty course • Certifications relevant to the specialty course; Please contact the Biology Department for more information [email protected] • Evidence of demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds Preferred Qualifications • Advanced Degree in a field related to the specialty course. Please contact the Biology Department for more information [email protected] • Teaching experience Other Requirements About Founded in 1869, St. Cloud State is an award-winning regional public university and proud member of the Minnesota State Universities & Colleges system. The 100-acre campus is about an hour northwest of Minneapolis and St. Paul, along the oak-crowned west bank of the Mississippi River. St. Cloud State students prepare for life, work and citizenship by exploring the world around them and making it better. St. Cloud State employees value active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability, and global and cultural understanding. These commitments complement more than 200 majors, minors and pre-professional programs, 60 graduate programs and 250 student clubs and organizations. St. Cloud State began as a normal school in 1869 and became St. Cloud State Teachers College in 1921. Bachelor’s degrees were first offered in 1925. Master’s degrees debuted in 1957. In 1975, the institution became St. Cloud State University. In recent years, the University added applied doctoral programs in Higher Education Administration and Educational Administration and Leadership. A diverse mix of students from Midwestern towns and U.S. metropolitan areas are learning alongside more than 1,000 international students from about 80 nations. Additional information on St. Cloud State University can be found at: http://www.stcloudstate.edu Why Work For Us Help people achieve their educational dreams. We are looking for diverse people with passion, who are engaged, serious in the work of helping those who strive and desire a college education to achieve their goals.

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Info Posting Detail Information Posting Number 22-00048 Number of Vacancies Re-posting Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 01/10/2022 Close Date Open Until Filled Accept Applications Yes Special Instructions Summary Posting Contact Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121. Apply Job!