Adjunct Faculty – Introduction to Bioinformatics

UMGC Ventures

. Teach Introduction to Bioinformatics (BIOT 630) .

Posted 11/12/2026part-timeRemoteMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,023 - $1,288 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Biotechnology or Molecular Biology with a focus on teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment. Engages students through a culturally responsive approach while utilizing data tools to enhance student success and track engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Terminal Degree In BiotechnologyProfessional Experience In BiotechnologyTeaching Adult LearnersProficiency In Written And Spoken EnglishCulturally Responsive Teaching

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Soft Skills

EmpathyFlexibilityProfessional Integrity

Tools & Technologies

Data Tools

Industry Keywords

BioinformaticsAsynchronous Online TeachingPostsecondary Teaching ExperienceStudent EngagementAcademic Support Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach Introduction to Bioinformatics (BIOT 630)
Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week
Introduce yourself with a welcome announcement and drive discussions
Enrich the pre-built curriculum with professional expertise and real-world examples
Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners
Respond to learner inquiries and return feedback consistently
Post final grades within the expected timeframe
Use available data tools to track student engagement
Conduct proactive outreach to at-risk students
Partner with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to support resources
Participate in the faculty community, Program Hub, and ongoing training
Support students' academic, social, personal, and professional growth in 8-week asynchronous online sessions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Terminal degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
Professional experience in Biotechnology or a related field
Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach
Proficiency in written and spoken English sufficient to teach course content, communicate with students, and evaluate academic work in English
Deeply student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness
Experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment preferred
Prior postsecondary teaching experience preferred
Active engagement in the discipline's professional community preferred
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter highly preferred
Unofficial transcripts
Candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor

Benefits

Comp & perks

All courses follow a standardized, pre-designed, unified course model with standardized rubrics, OER materials, library resources, and digital textbooks provided at no cost
True asynchronous flexibility and self-scheduled daily hours while meeting weekly milestones
Comprehensive online orientation for newly hired faculty
Ongoing, cost-free professional development opportunities
Health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for individuals and families
Term Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options
Workplace accommodation support