Require Clinical Lab Instructor Chemistry - Multi-Year Track in Dobbs Ferry, NY

Job title: Clinical Lab Instructor Chemistry - Multi-Year Track
Company: Mercy University
Job description: This position primarily focuses on teaching lab excellence in a selected science (Biology or Chemistry) with emphasis on applications to biology and the health professional majors. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate laboratory teaching, impactful service to the College community, and mentoring of undergraduate students. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience with innovative lab/classroom approaches for promoting student success such as: project-based learning (PBL) experiences, curriculum development, encouraging classroom inclusivity, and high-impact pedagogical approaches. We seek faculty who prioritize DEI goals, who welcome opportunities to engage with diverse students and colleagues, who incorporate inclusive pedagogical practices into their lab teaching, and who are committed to ensuring that all students succeed. We welcome applications from candidates with strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Teach multiple laboratory sections per year of assigned laboratory courses in accordance with course descriptions and/or learning outcomes, the course syllabus, and institutional policies and procedures.
• Participate in the review of curricula and selection of instructional materials within the discipline or department (individually or collaboratively) including implementing new equipment, designing and implementing new lab activities, and helping to coordinate the lab curriculum with the lecture course.
• Evaluate and assess student learning on a regular basis in all classes taught.
• Advise students on their performance and areas they need to improve.
• Ensure labs are equipped with all necessary supplies and materials to ensure safe and compliant use of the labs.
• Perform all necessary duties of the lab instructor including grading, attendance tracking and reporting, attending training sessions and teaching workshops, submitting academic updates for students, collecting assessment data as required and meeting with students outside of class.
• Work with the teaching assistants and Lab managers to ensure efficient set up and clean-up of laboratories after each session.
• Participate in assessment activities at course, department, and college levels to assist students in achieving designated course objectives or learning outcomes.
• Use appropriate technologies to enhance classroom or online instruction and to achieve established course objectives or learning outcomes.
• Regularly evaluate teaching methods and use data to continually improve instructional strategies.
• Serve on departmental, school, and/or college committees.
• Discuss program, career, or transfer options and other college services with students to support informed academic decisions.
• Attend required assembly/convocation and commencement/graduation ceremonies.
• Maintain knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic discipline or workforce field
• Ability to complete other duties as assigned

sential Job Functions & Responsibilities:Required Skills & Experience:

• One year experience teaching laboratory course(s) in the relevant subject area
• A commitment to and experience in teaching laboratory courses in content area within a diverse undergraduate student environment
• A strong, demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate laboratory teaching and mentoring of undergraduate students
• Experience in integrating innovative approaches to promoting student success and developing an inclusive community in the classroom/lab
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Experience working collaboratively with faculty from a wide range of disciplines, cultures and academic backgrounds
• Strong computer skills
• Experience working collaboratively with faculty from a wide range of disciplines, cultures and academic backgrounds
• Ability to actively participate in department, school, college meetings
• Previous experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly with BlackBoard and teleconferencing software, particularly Zoom and BlackBoard Collaborate preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Minimum of a master's degree in content area taught (Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology)

Physical/Other Requirements:

• Ability to teach at the Dobbs Ferry and Bronx campuses as needed
• Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per college policies

Compensation offered will be commensurate with the educational background and work experience of the individual.

Mercy College is a dynamic, diverse New York City area college whose students are on a personal mission to get the most out of life by getting the most out of their education. Our institution is an independent, coeducational college that offers more than 90 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs within five schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy College's efforts in these programs have been recognized over the last several years. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy College, has been honored by being ranked nationally among the top Colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).

Mercy College was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology and Business. Additionally, to support our diverse student body, Mercy College has pursued and been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver services to our students. As a Hispanic Serving Institution, Mercy College is proud to be recognized as an institution which helps under-served students to achieve their educational aspirations. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy College the Best College in Westchester county in 2019 and 2020.The vibrancy of the College culture is sustained by a diverse student body from around the region. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates is approximately 10,557; The College offers campuses in Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Manhattan as well as online offerings.

At Mercy College, we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

OUR MISSION:

Mercy College is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

Mercy College is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy College actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups, and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The College is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.
Expected salary: $52000 - 55000 per year
Location: Dobbs Ferry, NY

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