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Life Science Instructor
Summary
Title:Life Science Instructor
ID:1033
Area of Interest:Sciences
Description
Life Science Instructor
UC San Diego Extension’s Life Science Department seeks applicants to be instructors in the area of Life Science.  UC San Diego Extension offers a broad array of courses and certificate programs to meet the continuing education needs of the life sciences community, support high-level skills development for industry professionals and career transition for those interested in entering the biotechnology field.  UC San Diego Extension wants to expand its continuing education offerings in Life Sciences specifically related to skills and knowledge in regulatory affairs, drug discovery and development, medical device and diagnostics development, biotech operations, and information technologies applied to the field.  In addition, we welcome topics suggested by the applicant that may not already be available to students through our portfolio.

SPECIFIC DUTIES
Instructors should have extensive knowledge and skills in life sciences, including one of the following biology, chemistry, environmental sciences, bioengineering and related areas of study. Specific duties include in-class, or online, instruction to participants who are currently working in life science positions and want to enhance their jobs, or who want to enter the field. Instructors should be able to teach an detailed information in a creative and engaging manner to a large number of participants who are adult learners, while providing a perspective on how that knowledge is applied in the industry. Additional specific duties include:
  • Provide excellent instruction demonstrating well-honed adult training techniques;
  • Carefully and continually enhance course curriculum in consultation with the Department Director, Program Representative and Advisory Committee, and associated course evaluations;
  • Follow all procedures, including the completion of all instructor and student pre- and post-course paperwork;
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Masters or Ph.D. degree in a life sciences discipline is required. In exceptional cases an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Highly effective oral and written communication skills, to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  • Highly effective interpersonal skills to engage and inspire students, and to work with others at all educational and professional levels.
  • Ability to effectively convey thoughts and concepts.
  • Uptodate knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area.
  • Skilled in developing and revising course content.
  • Proficient in learning and using online teaching tools.


SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
As an academic department within UC San Diego, all Extension Program instructors and courses must be formally approved according to the regulations of the Academic Senate of the University of California. Eligibility to teach a course is contingent upon this formal academic approval. Once approved, teaching assignments are “by agreement”. The instructor’s Letter of Agreement outlines the deliverables for the course, the course schedule, and compensation terms, and is subject to department policies and procedures. UC San Diego Extension makes no commitment to hire an instructor until it has sent and received a signed instructor Letter of Agreement. Should the course section an instructor plans to teach be cancelled for any reason, the instructor agreement, including rights to compensation for future section meetings, is voided. Remuneration is for classroom hours only and does not include time spent for course preparation or other events.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Please send a resume and cover letter outlining your interest, background and experience related to teaching healthcare topics.

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse workforce.
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