Part-Time Instructor: Biosafety Officer Professional

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is a self-supporting unit within the University of California. Funding is generated through fees collected from a diverse, complex, and ever-changing student population. Part-time instructor positions are on a course by course contracted basis. This is NOT a faculty position.

Online teaching positions are now available in the Introduction to Biosafety as a Career Specialized Studies Program. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topic of Biosafety and/or Biorisk Management.

Specific Instructor Duties

* Prepare and deliver online course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format

* Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform including provide basic technical support, operate the system, and teach using these technologies

* Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course

* Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes, and assign grades

* Post final student grades to the transcript system by set deadlines

* Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner

* Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director as needed

* Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice

* Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Irvine

* Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated quarterly syllabi; posting bio and photo on the UCI DCE website; signing quarterly contract; ordering required texts; communicating AV and classroom needs

* Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations

* Allow students to review their final exams/papers for up to 13 months following the last class session

* Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e.: make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.)

* Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning

* Make a note of any recommended updates to course curriculum

Our curriculum is constantly updated and tailored to bring students the background, expertise, and business practices to remain competitive and advance their careers. Taught by qualified practitioners, our courses feature practical applications, underlying rationale, and current issues, all of which can be immediately utilized in and applied to our students' work environments.

Part-time, temporary assignments are on an as-needed basis. This is an ONGOING recruitment. We accept part-time instructor applications all year long; when the division has a need to fill, we refer to the "pool" of applications on file. We are looking specifically for instructors who are qualified to teach the following course(s) as early as Fall quarter 2025.

Course Description: Introduction to Biosafety as a Career

This is the first course in a two-part specialized studies certificate for professionals working in the areas of life science research, and graduate and undergraduate students looking to enter into the biosafety field after graduation. Utilizing the combination of biosafety principles and real-world best practices, participants will be able to acquire valuable knowledge and skills to pursue an entry-level career in biosafety. The course covers key topics in biosafety, laboratory biosecurity, performing biological risk assessments, identifying laboratory types, understanding the hierarchy of controls, differentiating microorganism risk groups, understanding biosafety level requirements, and laboratory compliance. By the end of the course, learners will gain critical awareness of biosafety practices and regulations, equipping them for professional growth in the field.

Instructor will serve throughout a 10-week course.

Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the Instructor will be made no guarantee of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.

Qualifications

Basic

* Advanced degree from an accredited institution; or Bachelors degree and equivalent work experience (2+ years) in the field of biosafety or biorisk management

Additional

* Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in biorisk management

* Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity

* Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information

* Effective interpersonal skills

* Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools

* Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students

Preferred

* Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance

* College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)

* Experience working as a biosafety professional

* Current participation in professional associations (ex. ABSA, CSHEMA, BSAA)

* Biosafety Professional Certification (RBP, CBSP, IFBA, BSAA)

* Advanced degree from an accredited institution; or Bachelors degree and equivalent work experience (2+ years) in the field of biosafety or biorisk management

• 3 required (contact information only)

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
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