Howard Community College
Life Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool
Howard Community College, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. HCC is an innovative institution committed to responding to the changing needs of a diverse community. The college offers opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career.
Position Title:
Life Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FT/PT:
Part Time
Hours Per Week:
Varies depending on course
Work Schedule:
Varies depending on course
Position Salary Range:
See adjunct faculty pay rates for current fiscal year
Division:
Teaching & Learning Services
Department:
Health, Science, & Technology
Summary The Department of Life Sciences (Division of Health and Sciences) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated adjunct instructors to teach various life science courses, including lecture and lab instruction. Classes are offered in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, fully online, and hybrid modes of instruction. Weekday, weekend and evening teaching opportunities are available. Join our team of dedicated instructors to inspire and educate the next generation of scientists and to instill fundamental scientific competence in students across the college. Enjoy small class sizes, supportive coordinators, well-equipped classrooms, and top-of-the-line lab facilities and equipment. Earn additional income while conveying your passion and expertise to a diverse and motivated student population. The Department of Life Sciences is looking for adjunct faculty to teach in these subjects:
Biology (for majors and non-majors)
Microbiology
Anatomy and Physiology
Environmental Sciences
Genetics
Cell Biology
Botany
Note:
Applications are reviewed periodically by department chairs and course coordinators on an as-needed basis to staff courses in fall, winter, spring, and summer terms. Approximately 10-30 new adjuncts are hired every year. Your application enters you into an adjunct pool that is monitored during specific times of year, not continuously.
Additional Salary Information:
To view our current compensation, please visit the Human Resources page on the HCC website.
Essential Role Responsibilities Candidates should be prepared to engage modern learners through effective and rigorous instruction that utilizes appropriate technology and employs teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles. Adjunct faculty are expected to:
Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in alignment with course objectives.
Use applicable technology and pedagogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
Complete required institutional trainings, trainings for teaching online and professional development.
Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus.
Plan and deliver appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department.
Inform students in a timely manner of their progress. Maintain an up-to-date electronic grade book and enter final grades by the established due date.
Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course.
Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as needed.
Maintain regular communication with students, including timely replies to student emails. Use the assigned HCC email for communication within the department and with students.
Minimum Education Required Bachelor’s degree
Experience Required Preferred Experience
Bachelor’s degree in subject or related area to teach laboratories, master’s degree in subject or related areas to teach lectures
Prior teaching experience is preferred.
Posting Detail Information Posting Number:
NB216P
Number of Vacancies:
Varies
Best Consideration Date:
08/31/2025
Job Open Date:
07/17/2025
Job Close Date:
Continuous Recruitment?
Yes
Applicant Instructions Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
Quick Link for Internal Postings:
https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5083
EEO Statement Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and values diversity within its faculty, staff and student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
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Position Title:
Life Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FT/PT:
Part Time
Hours Per Week:
Varies depending on course
Work Schedule:
Varies depending on course
Position Salary Range:
See adjunct faculty pay rates for current fiscal year
Division:
Teaching & Learning Services
Department:
Health, Science, & Technology
Summary The Department of Life Sciences (Division of Health and Sciences) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated adjunct instructors to teach various life science courses, including lecture and lab instruction. Classes are offered in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, fully online, and hybrid modes of instruction. Weekday, weekend and evening teaching opportunities are available. Join our team of dedicated instructors to inspire and educate the next generation of scientists and to instill fundamental scientific competence in students across the college. Enjoy small class sizes, supportive coordinators, well-equipped classrooms, and top-of-the-line lab facilities and equipment. Earn additional income while conveying your passion and expertise to a diverse and motivated student population. The Department of Life Sciences is looking for adjunct faculty to teach in these subjects:
Biology (for majors and non-majors)
Microbiology
Anatomy and Physiology
Environmental Sciences
Genetics
Cell Biology
Botany
Note:
Applications are reviewed periodically by department chairs and course coordinators on an as-needed basis to staff courses in fall, winter, spring, and summer terms. Approximately 10-30 new adjuncts are hired every year. Your application enters you into an adjunct pool that is monitored during specific times of year, not continuously.
Additional Salary Information:
To view our current compensation, please visit the Human Resources page on the HCC website.
Essential Role Responsibilities Candidates should be prepared to engage modern learners through effective and rigorous instruction that utilizes appropriate technology and employs teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles. Adjunct faculty are expected to:
Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in alignment with course objectives.
Use applicable technology and pedagogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
Complete required institutional trainings, trainings for teaching online and professional development.
Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus.
Plan and deliver appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department.
Inform students in a timely manner of their progress. Maintain an up-to-date electronic grade book and enter final grades by the established due date.
Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course.
Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as needed.
Maintain regular communication with students, including timely replies to student emails. Use the assigned HCC email for communication within the department and with students.
Minimum Education Required Bachelor’s degree
Experience Required Preferred Experience
Bachelor’s degree in subject or related area to teach laboratories, master’s degree in subject or related areas to teach lectures
Prior teaching experience is preferred.
Posting Detail Information Posting Number:
NB216P
Number of Vacancies:
Varies
Best Consideration Date:
08/31/2025
Job Open Date:
07/17/2025
Job Close Date:
Continuous Recruitment?
Yes
Applicant Instructions Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
Quick Link for Internal Postings:
https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5083
EEO Statement Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and values diversity within its faculty, staff and student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
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