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Reports To: 

Department Chair

Position Status:

PT - Part-Time, Non-Benefited (non-student)

The College of Western Idaho is seeking an enthusiastic Adjunct Instructor, Anatomy & Physiology, to provide engaging, hands-on laboratory instruction that prepare students for careers in healthcare and the sciences. In this part-time role, you'll teach Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology and/or General Biology lab courses during fall, spring, and summer terms, helping students build foundational scientific knowledge and practical laboratory skills.

Why CWI?

College of Western Idaho (CWI) is committed to empowering students to succeed by providing affordable and accessible education to advance the local and global workforce. Offering premier programs and degrees that make a difference, CWI remains a top choice for higher education in the Treasure Valley. Empowering the community one student at a time, CWI moves fearlessly forward paving the way to bold new futures with flexible options, exceptional tuition value, and support every step of the way.

Position Summary:

The College of Western Idaho’s Department of Biological Sciences invites an engaging and forward-thinking adjunct faculty ready to enrich the lives of a diverse student body by cultivating their academic potential and engaging their commitment to civic responsibility in a dynamic and challenging world. The department is seeking adjunct faculty to teach lab courses in Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology and/or General Biology during our Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. Adjunct faculty members teach contracted classes in accordance with established policies and guidelines. To reach a broad range of students, CWI encourages exploring alternative teaching styles and methods. Courses will be taught in traditional classroom settings, in computer-mediated classrooms, and over the internet.

Responsibilities:

Deliver Engaging Laboratory Instruction

• Teach Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, and/or General Biology laboratory courses using effective instructional strategies that promote student learning and scientific inquiry.
• Prepare and facilitate laboratory activities that reinforce course concepts while emphasizing safe laboratory practices.
• Utilize instructional technologies and a variety of teaching methods to support student engagement across multiple learning environments.
• Maintain a professional, organized, and well-prepared classroom and laboratory environment.

Support Student Learning and Academic Success

• Assess student performance using established learning outcomes and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Monitor student progress, maintain accurate academic records, and communicate with students regarding course expectations and performance.
• Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and the practical application of scientific principles.

Maintain Instructional Excellence and Program Quality

• Follow departmental curriculum, laboratory procedures, and instructional standards to ensure consistency across course sections.
• Participate in instructional evaluations and apply feedback to continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Complete required training and remain current in the discipline and instructional best practices.

Contribute to Department and College Success

• Collaborate with department faculty and staff to support program goals and student success.
• Adhere to college policies, procedures, and scheduling expectations, including evening and weekend instructional assignments as needed.
• Represent the college professionally while fostering a positive and productive learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field of study, with a minimum of 12 graduate credits in the discipline
• Experience teaching secondary-level students in the field of study
• Ability to adapt to a variety of teaching methodologies including lectures, group activities, individual instruction, distance learning, and teaching with technology.
• Proficiency in usage of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
• Experience using instructional technology to aid in course delivery
• MS/MA in Biology or related field, from a regionally accredited institution, preferred
• Three years’ experience teaching field of study at the post-secondary level, preferred
• Experience using instructional technology preferred

Additional Instructions for Applicants:

1. Please include a cover letter with your materials.
2. This position includes classes taught in the evenings/weekends.
3. Successful candidates must reside in Idaho. 
4. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.