Visiting Assistant Professor Of Biology

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology
Position Summary
Designs and delivers instruction in undergraduate Biology courses offered by the School. Participates in all department, various school, and University-wide committees and activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares lessons and delivers instruction for both lecture and laboratory for undergraduate courses that include Molecular Genetics (BIO 3431), Introductory Biology II (BIO 1420), and a general education science course. | Daily 60%

• Adheres to the established class schedule and office hours on a daily basis. Submits textbook requests, syllabi, grades, assessments, and other required paperwork and reports in a timely manner. | Daily 20%

• Remains knowledgeable of current research activities in the discipline by participating in conferences, publishing, and maintaining collaborative research relationships. | Monthly 5%

• Participates in curriculum and program development. | Monthly 10%

• Participates in departmental, school, and university meetings and academic activities. | Monthly 5%

• Other duties as assigned by the Dean and Department Chair. | As needed

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses

• Doctorate (Ph.D) or equivalent degree in molecular genetics or related field is required.

Experience

• Demonstrated potential for strong teaching and quality research required.
• Experience administering and teaching required courses, including lecture and laboratory, for Biology degree.
• Experience in college-level teaching using active learning techniques and best practices classroom content delivery
• Has experience in assessment of learning outcomes
• Willingness to deliver required content.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge

• Thorough understanding of Biology and its application in various disciplines.
• Familiarity with currently used technologies in the life sciences.
• Familiarity with effective use of online course management systems and ability to deliver content in various modalities.
• Familiarity with academic policies and procedures of higher education institutions.
• Ability to comply with rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student records.
• Ability to adhere to University and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to be discreet in handling confidential matters, while complying with FERPA regulations.
• Ability to comply with rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student records.
• Evidence of excellence in and commitment to teaching general education Biology courses.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to demonstrate and provide excellent service to both the University and the community.

Skills and abilities
Language SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret academic periodicals, professional journals, and/or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write research papers.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students and peers.

Biological SKILLS

• Ability to develop and use appropriate experimental approaches and computer-based resources in bioinformatics and genomics as needed in teaching theory and applications of genetics.

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2016AS848P
Posting Open Date
04/25/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Posting Close Date
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