Online Course Facilitator - Biological Sciences
Online Course Facilitator - Biological Sciences
Eastern Kentucky University
Title: Online Course Facilitator - Biological Sciences
Position Type: Part-Time Faculty
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Remote Opportunities
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Additional Schedule Details: Spring 2026
Contact Person: Luke Dodd
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Department of Biological Sciences at EKU is accepting applications for part-time Online Course Facilitators for online courses on an ongoing and as-needed basis. When an opening is available, applications will be considered in the applicant pool.
The online course facilitator position, supervised directly by the course Instructor of Record (IOR), supports the delivery of high enrolled online courses at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). At the direction of the IOR, the online course facilitator fosters regular and substantive interaction with assigned students enrolled in the course, providing timely, comprehensive, and meaningful assessment of course assignments as directed by the IOR, and consistent communication and collaboration with the IOR.
Online Course Facilitators are utilized on an "as - needed" course-by-course basis (typically during a seven-week online course) and there is no guarantee of future employment.
Courses may include, but not limited to, Introductory Biology (for majors and for non-majors) and Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Course load of up to 9 credit hours per semester, with opportunities at regional campuses and in online modality, depending on need.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in the teaching (or related) discipline, or hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching (or related) discipline. Degrees must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution.
Review of applications will take place on a rolling basis, given instructional needs and current faculty staffing.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in the teaching (or related) discipline, or hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching (or related) discipline. Degrees must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution.
Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions: Applicant documents include:
• Cover Letter
• Vitae / Resume
• Copies of Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
To apply, please visit: https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/online-course-facilitator-biological-sciences-remote-opportunities-kentucky-united-states
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Eastern Kentucky University
Title: Online Course Facilitator - Biological Sciences
Position Type: Part-Time Faculty
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Remote Opportunities
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Additional Schedule Details: Spring 2026
Contact Person: Luke Dodd
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Department of Biological Sciences at EKU is accepting applications for part-time Online Course Facilitators for online courses on an ongoing and as-needed basis. When an opening is available, applications will be considered in the applicant pool.
The online course facilitator position, supervised directly by the course Instructor of Record (IOR), supports the delivery of high enrolled online courses at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). At the direction of the IOR, the online course facilitator fosters regular and substantive interaction with assigned students enrolled in the course, providing timely, comprehensive, and meaningful assessment of course assignments as directed by the IOR, and consistent communication and collaboration with the IOR.
Online Course Facilitators are utilized on an "as - needed" course-by-course basis (typically during a seven-week online course) and there is no guarantee of future employment.
Courses may include, but not limited to, Introductory Biology (for majors and for non-majors) and Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Course load of up to 9 credit hours per semester, with opportunities at regional campuses and in online modality, depending on need.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in the teaching (or related) discipline, or hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching (or related) discipline. Degrees must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution.
Review of applications will take place on a rolling basis, given instructional needs and current faculty staffing.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in the teaching (or related) discipline, or hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching (or related) discipline. Degrees must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution.
Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions: Applicant documents include:
• Cover Letter
• Vitae / Resume
• Copies of Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
To apply, please visit: https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/online-course-facilitator-biological-sciences-remote-opportunities-kentucky-united-states
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