Introduction to Bioprocessing; Adjunct Pool), Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences

Position: Introduction to Bioprocessing, (Adjunct Pool), Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences
Introduction to Bioprocessing, (Adjunct Pool), Henry

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Introduction to Bioprocessing, (Adjunct Pool), Henry

E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences

Job Posting Title

Introduction to Bioprocessing, (Adjunct Pool), Henry

E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences



Job Description

Faculty, Adjunct



Position Overview

The primary responsibility of the Adjunct Faculty member is teaching. We are seeking adjunct instructors to teach the following course at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI):

ENG 5160 Introduction to Bioprocessing (Spring, 1.5 credits)

Course Description

Bioprocessing is the basis for manufacture of products to allow the translation of discoveries in life sciences to viable healthcare treatments. This course provides basic background in biotechnology and describes the operations used by bioprocess engineers in design of production facilities. The primary goal of this course is to provide students with the understanding of principles of biomanufacturing to enable successful product development and commercialization.

Business, scientific and practical industrial aspects will be presented through a series of lectures, interactive discussions and student group presentations.

The successful candidate must share in the mission of KGI and the Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences Programs. The Adjunct Faculty member reports directly to the Dean and works collaboratively with the Program Directors and other faculty.

Located in beautiful Claremont, California, Keck Graduate Institute is a member of the prestigious Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate liberal arts colleges, two graduate institutions, and The Claremont Colleges Services, which provide shared institutional support services.

Education And Experience

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in a related field. A doctoral degree is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• Prior experience in teaching for active learning preferred.
• Experience with the Canvas learning management system is a plus.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Individuals must possess knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Provides high-quality student instruction
• Evaluates student performance (e.g., written assignments, examinations, in-class activities);
• Provides remedial instruction as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Individuals must possess knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and collaboratively with other departments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing; possess the ability to listen to all points of view, build consensus, and inform others of policies and decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Physical And Mental Requirements

Ability to maintain good concentration while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans. Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Standing for extended periods of time. Ability to hear within…