Adjunct Part-Time, Non-Credit, Biology Instructor

Overview

Raritan Valley Community College's Aseptic Biomanufacturing Department is seeking an Adjunct Part-Time, Non-Credit Biology Instructor. The instructor will lead both lecture and lab components, ensuring alignment with regulatory cleanroom standards.

About RVCC:
Ranked by  and  as the #1 community college in New Jersey, RVCC serves Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College is recognized for service to the community, environmental stewardship, and diversity, and is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre with professional performances; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, along with career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit the RVCC website.

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Raritan Valley Community College's Aseptic Biomanufacturing Department is seeking an Adjunct Part-Time, Non-Credit Biology Instructor. The instructor will lead both lecture and lab components, ensuring alignment with regulatory cleanroom standards.

The mission of the Aseptic Biomanufacturing and Biotechnology Workforce Department is to provide high-quality education in biological and biotechnological sciences. We are committed to teaching excellence, with a focus on helping students:

• Acquire foundational biotechnology knowledge to prepare for transfer to a four-year institution or pursue a career in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
• Understand essential biological and aseptic biomanufacturing concepts used in biotech and pharmaceutical settings.
• Develop critical thinking skills to analyze biological data and scientific information using evidence-based reasoning.
• Strengthen scientific communication skills in both written and verbal formats.

• Teaches classroom lecture-style instruction, including using technology such as automated presentations, computer-generated slides, videos, and the college online interface.
• Assessment of student progress and success in the classroom and with individual course assignments.
• Hands-on lab instruction and supervision.
• Ability to have final course grades calculated and submitted by the deadline.
• Teaching opportunities may include day, evenings, weekend classes.
• Year-round teaching opportunities available based on need.
• Salary/pay is based on instructional hours taught in the semester.
• Understanding and commitment to serving a diverse student population across academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds.

A Master s degree in Biology or related field.

Three years of college-level teaching experience in Biology and Laboratory.

• A PhD degree in Biology or Biotechnology or related field.
• Community college or high school teaching experience in biology labs.
• Experience in a cleanroom setting (academic or industry).
• Basic understanding of GMP, aseptic technique, and lab safety.
• Knowledge of biomanufacturing equipment and techniques.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

RVCC s starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. To review eligible health, wellness and benefits offered, see the general information page: RVCC general information on human resources.

For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.