Wayne State College Looking for Life Sciences Faculty Full Time

Wayne State College is seeking applications for a full time, tenure track position in Life Sciences beginning in August 2022. The ideal
candidate will teach college courses in professional education and general biology; observe clinical practice students (student teachers);
advise candidates; participate in state, college, department, and program committees; engage in scholarly activities; and collaborate with
college and PreK-12 school colleagues to further the school’s and department’s mission. Review of applications begins
immediately, position open until filled.

Nature of Work

Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with
the philosophy and objectives of the College. Teach college courses in professional education and general biology; observe clinical practice
students (student teachers); advise candidates; participate in state, college, department, and program committees; engage in scholarly
activities; and collaborate with college and PreK-12 school colleagues to further the school’s and department’s mission.

Examples of Work Performed

1. Contribute to students’ academic growth and development, which
includes all of the following.

A. Teaching, which includes but is not limited to the following:

• Have knowledge of and
  enthusiasm for the subject
• Maintain competence in the assigned field of specialization and exhibit professional competence in the
  classroom, studio, or laboratory
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning
• Maintain respect for the student
  and the student’s posture as a learner
• Organize course and subject matter to acquaint all students with the course
  requirements including specific objectives and methods of evaluation
• Organize course presentations through short-term and
  long-range outcomes
• Present abstract ideas and theories clearly
• Conduct classroom presentations and activities utilizing
  methods appropriate to reach students of varying educational/experiential backgrounds and learning styles
• Actively engage students
  in lectures, discussions, or laboratories
• Coordinate handouts, video, and/or online materials, and/or articles to update course
  content
• Incorporate new methodologies in teaching and technology into classes
• Encourage student to think for
  themselves
• Be flexible and innovative with teaching styles and approaches, as appropriate to the class
• Be reliable in
  meeting scheduled responsibilities
• Be accessible to students; post and maintain office hours
• Provide regular and timely
  assessment of student progress
• Be fair in examinations and grading
• Participate in program assessment and catalog
  revisions
• Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, revise and update existing courses to maintain relevant
  and current content.
• Participate in program review and updating requirements

B. Advising students, which includes but is
not limited to the following:

• Be knowledgeable about college policies and program requirements
• Help students plan programs
  of study
• Provide students with advice on academic issues and career counseling, tutoring, and other academic support resources
• Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of the departmental enrollment management plan, including serving directly in
  student recruitment, retention, and success strategies
• Schedule and maintain availability for student advising
• Establish
  and maintain timely communication with advisees
• Provide leadership and supervision for student organizations and activities

2. Professional achievement and continual preparation and study through scholarly and creative activity will vary according to the
field, examples of which may include the following:

• A. Participate in academic organizations related to teaching assignment
• B. Give scholarly presentations, workshops, or performances
• C. Produce scholarly materials such as original or applied
  research, manuscripts, articles, book reviews, musical arrangements, or works of art
• D. Engage in appropriate professional
  development to enhance performance as faculty member
• E. Seek external funding through approved grant and contract work related to
  discipline, as appropriate and assigned
• F. Provide evidence of achievement within and significance of contributions to field
• G. Provide evidence of quality and originality of thought or work and breadth and depth of perspective
• H. Be willing and able
  to continue individual development and professional productivity as a member of the faculty.

3. Professional services rendered
outside the academic discipline in ways other than teaching that contribute to the work of the College vary from individual to individual.
Service to the college and community, and profession related to the professional assignment includes the following:

• A. Participate
  in campus and community presentations
• B. Serve on discipline, department, school, and campus-wide committees and initiatives
• C. Take an active role in discipline, departmental, and school accreditation and reaccreditation activities, as appropriate and as
  assigned
• D. Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, consistent with the role and mission of the
  institution, school, and department
• E. Sponsor student organizations, as appropriate and assigned, and participate in student-based
  activities
• F. Provide leadership in professional organizations and/or good citizenship in the community at large
• G. Foster
  and sustain collegial relations with campus, community, and profession

Secondary Duties: Other duties as assigned by Dean

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required; earned Doctorate preferred. A candidate with
  Doctorate in progress will be considered. Doctorate required for tenure.
• Three years of teaching experience at the 7-12 levels and
  endorsed in secondary science education
• Must have or be able to obtain a driver’s license
• Must have or be able to
  obtain a Nebraska teaching license

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to utilize
  technology, multiple teaching methods and innovative methods of delivery
• Teaching experience in higher education
• Active
  involvement in professional organizations related to the teaching of 7-12 sciences
• Be familiar with the Nebraska State Science
  Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards

Wayne State College has been educating students for more than 100 years.
Located in Northeast Nebraska, close to Sioux City, Iowa, and within a two-hour drive to Sioux Falls, Omaha and Lincoln, the College is one
of the most dynamic, regional public colleges in the Midwest. One of three members of the Nebraska State College System, the College
distinguishes itself by providing educational excellence in a small, personalized setting. The beautiful 128-acre campus serves over 3,900
students who have a choice of more than 130 programs of study. In fall 2020, the College welcomed the second largest freshmen class in its
history, driven by new academic programs and partnerships, updated and new facilities, and a continuing focus on supporting students with
generous scholarships in their academic and co-curricular experiences. Wayne State has been the recipient of a number of awards, honors, and
distinctions due to its commitment to service, student success, and providing an exceptional education at an affordable cost. The entire
community is focused on making Wayne State a great place for students to thrive and advance their futures, and there is a collective sense
of excitement about the future of the College.