Job Title: Adjunct Instructor - Biopharmaceutical Quality Systems
Location: Indianapolis
Job Type: Part-time
Classification: Adjunct faculty
Salary Range: $48.67 Per Contact Hour
Reports To: Department/Program Chair
*All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript
Who We Are:
We are an open-access college that fuels Indiana’s economy through excellence in teaching and proactive engagement with industry and community partners, embedded in a culture of innovation that empowers all students to learn and succeed. We are “higher education at the speed of life!”
Our Values:
• Empathy: We stand with our students, partners, and communities.
• Integrity: We treat all with dignity and respect.
• Accountability: We deliver on our commitments.
• Agility: We innovate, iterate, and transform.
• Connectivity: We connect with partners to strengthen communities and ensure student success for all.
About the Role:
Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within biotechnology and biopharmaceutical programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement. Work closely with all teams in support of the Lilly Scholars program.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
I. INSTRUCTION
- Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
- Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
- Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
- Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
- Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
- Work with project directors and teams in support of the Lilly Scholars program ensuring labs are appropriately outfitted and programs are fully staffed.
- Maintain labs ensuring equipment is functioning and safe for student learning activities.
- Develop student learning activities and exercises pursuant to future careers in biotechnology and biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Assist in recruiting students to the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical programs and the Lilly Scholars program.
- In collaboration with Lilly project directors assess equipment and program outcomes to support labs and curriculum upgrades and modification ensuring industry alignment.
- Participate in statewide curriculum committee meetings standardizing curriculum and labs.
- Work with dual credit and dual enrollment partners and internal K14 staff supporting labs, curriculum, student recruitment, and secondary faculty credentialing.
- Conduct summer workshops to credential faculty.
- Participate in “Discovery Days” at local employers to recruit students into industry.
- Other duties as assigned.
II. RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS
- Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
- Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions including communication with students, tutoring, academic supports, and referrals.
- Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in ASOM 7.2.
- Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs.
III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in professional development including training, onsite industry engagement, and self-study.
- Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline.
- Stay current in pedagogy, digital technology, and teaching tools.
- Stay current in biotechnology and biopharmaceutical manufacturing trends.
- Engage in automation and system integration technology relevant to biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Visit manufacturing facilities and participate in externships to support industry alignment.
IV. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH
- Participate in community service and outreach.
- Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships.
V. INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
- Provide institutional support including committee participation, accreditation work, and grant-related projects.
- Support Ivy+ Career Link, Ivy Tech Foundation, and internal departments.
- Attend commencement.
- Participate in college-wide and departmental meetings.
- Participate in career service and alumni activities.
- Support program/department chair in program management.
- Adhere to academic policies.
- Participate in recruitment events.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A qualified faculty member teaching BIOT 104 meets one of the following criteria:
- Holds one of the following up-to-date American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications: Certified Quality Process Analyst (CQPA), Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Pharmaceutical GMP Professional (CPG), Certified Manager for Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/QE); or an equivalent quality professional certification as approved by the Biotechnology curriculum committee.
- Meets the Biotechnology program standard.
OR
- Holds one of the following up-to-date American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications: Certified Quality Process Analyst (CQPA), Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Pharmaceutical GMP Professional (CPG), Certified Manager for Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/QE); or an equivalent quality professional certification as approved by the Biotechnology curriculum committee.
- Possesses an earned bachelor’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
- Has 5 or more years of relevant industry experience in a quality position in the biotechnology industry.
Position Preferences/Ideal Experience:
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical pipelines, transcription/translation, genetic modification, GMP, quality practices, regulatory basics, and fill-finish processes.
- Master’s or higher degree in qualified field.
*All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.