[Hiring] Part-Time Faculty, Biology @Strayer Education, Inc.

Role Description

Capella University offers two learning formats, FlexPath and GuidedPath, to provide a flexible and affordable way for working professionals to earn a degree designed to fit into their life.

Our FlexPath learning format offers asynchronous 12-week courses with self-paced target dates to put learners in control of completing the course within 12 weeks of enrollment. Rolling enrollment allows learners to finish a course early and advance to the next course mid-quarter without having to wait. Faculty help learners progress by providing competency-based evaluations within 48 hours of assessment submissions, excluding weekends and holidays.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assignments are on an ongoing rolling enrollment basis according to expertise and school needs.
• Utilize your professional expertise to provide high quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum.
• Be available within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) by phone, email, and in the courseroom to ensure learners receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.
• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience.
• Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Attend faculty meetings and workshops and/or training as required.
• Participate in other activities based on university needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the University.
• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning and organizing of course objectives.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner.

Requirements

• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Professional experience in the discipline with a minimum of two years required for undergraduate level and three years required for graduate level.
• Research, scholarship, or achievement in the discipline required for graduate-level; in addition at the doctoral level, experience with how to conduct and oversee research in the discipline required.
• All degrees must be conferred and from a regionally accredited institution. Copies of required certificates and licenses and unofficial transcripts for all graduate degrees with the institution and conferred degree and date must be attached.
• MS or higher in Biology or related field OR 18 graduate hours in Biology or related field.

Other

• The Division of Arts and Sciences at Capella University believes a diverse learning community is vital to achieving our mission of extending access to higher education.
• Must be able to travel occasionally within the US should a business need arise (including doctoral residencies, site visits, etc.).
• Ability to work onsite in a Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role.
• Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in a setting that enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem-solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to the schedule may be considered.
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

• $3,200 is the expected starting pay per assignment for this position this quarter.
• SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week, including:
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans.
• Well-being incentives.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and certain paid holidays.
• Tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA).
• 401(k) retirement benefit.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Entertainment and retail discounts.
• Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.