Adjunct Instructor, Department of Agriculture, Biology and Health Sciences

Cameron University

Adjunct Instructor, Department of Agriculture, Biology and Health Sciences

Lawton, OK
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    The Department of Agriculture, Biology and Health Sciences seeks applications from qualified individuals who are interested in part time teaching positions as adjunct instructors in the Department of Agriculture, Biology & Health Sciences. Applications may or may not result in immediate hiring, but we will keep applications on file. Teaching assignments may include daytime or evening classes and may occur at the Cameron University Lawton or Duncan campus.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of nine credit hours during a semester. We are especially interested in adjunct faculty who are qualified to teach lower division undergraduate courses in the areas of agriculture, agronomy, human biology, human anatomy, human physiology, and microbiology, though other subject areas may be available depending upon student demand.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    Master’s degree in the academic discipline, or a Master's degree in a related area with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework in the academic discipline.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    Master’s degree (or a higher degree) in the appropriate field and documented successful college teaching experience.

    SALARY RANGE:

    Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

    INSTITUTION:

    Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many others. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

    Applicants must click APPLY at the bottom of this page and submit the following documents with their application:

    Required Documents

    • * Cover letter that includes availability
      
      • Current CV/Resume
      • Transcripts (Unofficial copies are acceptable at this time)
      • Three professional references (names, addresses and telephone numbers and/or email addresses)

    CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

    Additional information about the department is available online at https://www.cameron.edu/ag-bio-health/degree-programs/bachelor-of-science-in-agriculture. You may also contact the department head, Dr. Michael Husak, at (580) 581-2373 or at michaelh@cameron.edu.

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  • Qualifications

    A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. Qualified candidates will have 3-5 years of experience or a technical degree and 1 year of experience. Basic PLC/CNC knowledge is a plus. The ability to read to read tape measures and efficiently operate all other required measuring devices is also required. Candidates best suited for this role will have a proven ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Basic ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required for safety purposes.

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