Adjunct Faculty/Assistant Professor (Cellular and Molecular Biology) Job at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Mission Driven, Community Focused About | Charles R.Drew University of Medicine and Science (cdrewu.edu)

Charles R. Drew University is located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of south Los Angeles and was founded in 1966 in the wake of the Watts uprising. CDU was founded to address inadequate medical care in the region and to provide equitable medical education opportunities for under-represented students.

CDU offers the only historically black Doctor of Medicine program west of the Mississippi, and is strongly invested in the local and regional community. The university leads multiple partnerships and programs to provide equitable healthcare resources in a variety of south Los Angeles neighborhoods.

TITLE: ADJUNCT FACULTY INSTRUCTOR

DEPARTMENT: COSH - Health and Life Sciences

  JOB CODE: ADJI

REPORTS TO: Program Chair

DLSE STATUS: Exempt

The Adjunct Faculty Instructor reports to the Program Chair and will participate in the assigned instructional and administrative operations of the College and assume other duties as required to contribute to the overall success of the program. Maintain teaching load as assigned,

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Teach General Chemistry lecture and lab in Fall and Spring semesters
  • Develop and distribute course syllabi.
  • Participate in the development of required documents such as self-studies and reports.
  • Complete online submission of attendance and grading in CDU portal
  • Use of course management system (Blackboard/Web CT) as a repository for course documents
  • Assessment of course student learning outcomes
  • Involvement in course curriculum design or modifications, as needed
  • Department meetings, as needed
  • Participate in department activities associated with the instructional program.
  • Promote positive relationships with personnel and departments on campus.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Compensation: $7,129 for 3 units or $14,258 for 6 units

Qualifications/Requirements:

EDUCATION:

  • Doctorate or Master’s Degree in a related field in Chemistry or Biochemistry is required.

  EXPERIENCE:

  • Meet competency requirement (experience in content area within the last five years)
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of related teaching experience is desired
  • Record of successful teaching experience in a postsecondary program is preferred

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS:

  • Commitment to student learning outcomes and evidence-based teaching practices.
  • Knowledge of and interest in the university mission.
  • A demonstrated sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
  • Knowledge of computers and willingness to use multimedia instructional materials and computer based educational platforms (Smart Board, Webct/Blackboard, university course management system Power Campus)
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching, research, and community service.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong computer knowledge and skills.
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of students
  • Ability to establish and maintain a collegial working relationship with faculty and students.
  • Ability to maintain safety in the laboratory setting.
  • Knowledge of teaching and clinical practice in related field.
  • Knowledge of current developments, trends, and complexities within related field and industry.
  • Knowledge of health-related education in a global economy.
  • Demonstrated commitment to service in underserved communities.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to perform and a commitment to extra-curricular responsibilities on behalf of the department, school, and University.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

 

COMPLEXITY:

  • The ability to contribute to the daily operations of the College while carrying out faculty responsibilities is critical to success in this position.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

  • The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Special Requirements:

  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.

EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.

Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.

 

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