Science Instructor

POSITION: Science Instructor LOCATION: Primarily NDSCS-Fargo TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full-time, 9-month faculty position.
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Anyone eligible to work in the United States JOB SUMMARY: This is a full-time, 9-month instructional position in the NDSCS Math and Science Department.
Primary instructional responsibilities include Biology and Microbiology.
Other duties include curriculum development & revision, student advisement, student recruitment activities, committee participation, assessment of student learning, and related departmental and college responsibilities.
The successful applicant will be expected to embrace the use of technology, as it relates to teaching and learning, and must be highly motivated, self-directed, and able to analyze and solve problems while working effectively in a team-centered management atmosphere.
Benefits NDSCS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the College – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire.
Other benefits include basic life insurance, annual and sick leave, retirement plan, tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and employee assistance program.
Optional benefits include life, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental retirement plans.
SALARY: Starting at $53,668 commensurate with education and experience Required Competencies Must support the mission, vision, and values of NDSCS Master’s degree in biology or a related field Experience teaching with technology Computer literacy including word processing and e-mail Two years of teaching experience Demonstrated competence in subject matter Excellent oral and written communication skills Motivated, self-directed, and able to work effectively and professionally with students and staff in a team setting Ability to articulate and support the two-year postsecondary college philosophy with a strong commitment to teaching and learning in a two-year college setting Preferred Qualifications Successful college teaching experience Experience with or willingness to develop and/or teach courses online or other distance delivery methods Experience with Blackboard or another LMS Experience with course and program assessment How To Apply DATE AVAILABLE: As arranged SCREENING BEGINS: Immediately – for full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible.
BACKGROUND CHECK: NDSCS requires a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to official offer of the position.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: To be considered, interested candidates must submit an NDSCS employment application.
A resume and cover letter may also be required in certain positions.
Official transcripts must be made available upon request.
Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the qualifications and responsibilities listed as this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
Only applicants who appear best qualified based on this review will be invited for a personal interview.
The submission of all required materials by the screening date is the responsibility of the applicant.
NDSCS employment application and questionnaire are available at: https://www.
ndscs.
edu/join-our-team.
Additional Information TOBACCO-FREE: In accordance with N.
D.
C.
C § 23-12-10, NDSCS prohibits the use of tobacco on College property, in order to promote the health, wellness, and safety of all constituents.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements and follows NDUS Policy 601.
0 Veterans' Preference.
An NBG 22 or DD-214 must be provided if claiming veterans' preference.
If claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months must also be submitted.
OPEN RECORDS: Pursuant to N.
D.
C.
C.
Section 44-04-18, except as otherwise specifically provided by law, all records of NDSCS are public records, open and accessible for inspection during regular office hours.
NDSCS shall comply with public records laws and will not disclose information that is considered exempt under the public records laws.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: NDSCS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact NDSCS Human Resources at 701-671-2903 or NDSCS.
HR@ndscs.
edu EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: NDSCS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic original, mental or physical disability, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial or parental status, status as a U.
S.
veteran/service member, or participation in lawful activity off the employer’s premises during nonworking hours which is not in direct conflict with the essential business-related interests of the employer.