Biology Instructor

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Thief River Falls, MN

11h•$43,067 - $94,542

About The Position

Northland Community and Technical College seeks a full-time Biology Instructor for the Thief River Falls campus dedicated to excellence in teaching, who desires to become part of a creative, vibrant, student-centered learning community.

Requirements

Master's degree with a major in biology or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in biology.
Must submit CV or resume, and unofficial transcripts.
Applicants that do not submit the required application materials (CV/Resume and Official Transcripts) will not be considered.
In accordance with the Minnesota State’s Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MinnState’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within higher education guidelines and policies
Minimum of two years of teaching experience
Formal coursework in teaching pedagogies, including principles and methods of student evaluation
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations
Knowledge of instructional methods, student assessment, and evaluation practices
Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and the effective integration of instructional technologies
Familiarity with online learning platforms and digital tools to support student engagement and success
Academic background in Biology, Biochemistry, or Biomathematics
Dual major in Biology and Mathematics or Chemistry, or a major in Biology with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Mathematics or Chemistry
Ability to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into instruction, especially in STEM-related fields

Benefits

Paid personal and sick leave
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Retirement plan
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents