College Professor - Biology
Location
Kelowna, BC | Canada
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Position Information
Position Number P00147
Position Title College Professor - Biology
Division/Portfolio Science and Technology
Department/Program Biology
Location Vernon, Kelowna, Penticton
Other Flexible Work Options Your Opportunity The role and responsibilities of a faculty member focus on the activities related to teachers, academics and scholars. They include but are not limited to an awareness of current scholarship and continuing mastery in one’s field, instructional and professional duties, professional development, and service. In addition, duties and responsibilities may include scholarly activity
Functions and Duties Instructional duties may include all or any of the following: instructional (teaching) assignments; course preparation and program revision; development of new programs and modes of delivery; evaluation of student work; instruction of laboratory exercises, concepts, theories, techniques and use of equipment; student contact for purposes of advising, tutoring and supervision both in and outside of the lecture or laboratory period; revision and development of existing and/or new courses in all formats; preparation of materials for use in laboratories; set up and take down of laboratory materials; preparation of timetables; control of inventory, maintenance of equipment; ordering of materials; Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and PLA coordination; and other functions related to instruction
Professional development is activity intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence and technical competence in an area of professional or instructional expertise
Service may include all or any of the following: school visitations; active membership on appropriate college or union committees, councils or boards; participation in professional or academic organizations; application of the employee’s academic or professional competence or expertise in the community at large; attendance at articulation meetings; representing OC at other functions, administrative duties and other duties
Scholarly activity includes scholarship, research and creative activities. A College Professor may be released from instructional and/or professional duties to perform scholarly activity
Education and Experience The minimum qualification is a Master’s degree, or an equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline.Independent, post-secondary or public school work experience directly related to the duty assignment.Graduate level training that enables sole responsibility for teaching undergraduate students in the area directly related to the teaching assignment. Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired.An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is preferred
Skills and Abilities Designs and teaches a course with regard for learning outcomes
Teaches in a variety of modes, including lecture, discussion, active student involvement and laboratory work as appropriate
Interested in use of appropriate technological aids in instruction
Open to feedback from others on ways to improve teaching and related activities
Knowledgeable about the subject matter of the teaching area and able to teach the subject matter at a post-secondary level
Maintains currency and vitality in one’s discipline through professional activities, professional development and/or scholarship
Interested in course and program development
Collegial and willing to work constructively with others
Comfortable in a computerized environment and with programs relevant to instruction and academic discipline
Preferred Qualifications The Biology Department is seeking part-time and full-time term college professors at the Penticton, Kelowna, and Vernon campuses for the 2024-25 academic year. The instructional assignment is expected to include but is not limited to theoretical and practical topics within first- and second-year Biology lectures and/or labs. A background in cell biology or human anatomy and physiology would be valued
Duties will include teaching, laboratory preparation, holding regular office hours, marking all assignments and exams, and reporting grades. Travel between campuses may be required
The ideal candidate will have an exceptional teaching record with a demonstrated learner-centered teaching philosophy. The candidate must be committed to staying current in their field through active professional development and/or scholarly activity. Successful applicants will be an integral part of the team that will help Okanagan College realize the promise of a world-class college
Desired Start Date 08/19/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)04/30/2025
Schedule Fall 2024 full-time: Aug 19 – Dec 20
Fall 2024 part-time: Aug 26 – Dec 20
Winter 2025 full-time: Jan 2 – Apr 30
Winter 2025 part-time: Jan 2 – Apr 30
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary range $69,753 to $111,776 with normal starting salary between $76,574 and $83,395 annually*, dependent on relevant education and experience. *Note: Part-time Term and summer appointments subject to adjustment factors as per the collective agreement
Appointment Type Faculty - Full-time Term
Special Instructions to Applicants In your cover letter, please indicate the locations that you would be willing work at (Penticton, Kelowna and/or Vernon)
Course descriptions and information about the Biology Department can be found at:
For inquiries of an academic nature, please contact Morgan Martin, chair of the Biology Department, at: [email protected]
Employee Group Faculty
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$69.75k - $111.78k per year
