Microbiology/Pathophysiology Assistant Professor, General Education

Role and Responsibilities:

The Assistant Professor, General Education is responsible for the development, administration, teaching, and evaluation of learners in one (or more) of the College’s general education courses. General Education faculty are expected to teach primarily online didactic courses. This role will advise and mentor students as well as monitor learner performance in accordance with course objectives and published schedules under the Director, General Education. This role will also, assist learners with study problems and with evaluating their potential for successful achievement in course or discipline. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate attendance and performance records of learners and submitting required reports according to published deadlines. The role requires attending faculty meetings and other faculty activities as required. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Microbiology, Pathophysiology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 18 credit hours of direct study in the discipline being taught.
• Demonstrated experience in higher education, preferably online education, is highly desirable.

All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will pay for travel and lodging accommodations.

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