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Form of workThe Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for up to five full-time Visiting Lab Instructors, each on an 8-month basis, with an anticipated start date of 28 August 2023. The positions are outside of the tenure stream, subject to annual review, and entail teaching four sections each term of physiology, microbiology, or introductory authentic research laboratory courses. Minimum qualifications are an MS degree in Biology or a related field with some teaching experience; preferred qualifications are the publication of post-graduate research work or a Ph.D. in the biological sciences, the ability to also teach microbiology or Physiology lab courses, formal training in teaching, experience as sole instructor of a laboratory course, and experience teaching an authentic-research laboratory course. Teaching evening sections may be needed. Lab Instructors must be able to participate in on-campus activities in person.
The Department of Biological Sciences is a highly interactive community situated on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. We are dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students in our research, education, and outreach missions. The department and university nurture a strong teaching community with active efforts in teaching innovation and pedagogical research. Pittsburgh is a city that is often voted "most livable" in the nation. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that values and nurtures diverse perspectives (https://www.provost.pitt.edu/university-pittsburgh-embracing-diversity-and-inclusion). Further information about the Department of Biological Sciences is available at: http://www.biology.pitt.edu.
To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a CV, (c) a teaching portfolio (teaching statement, teaching materials, teaching evaluations), and (d) a brief description of how your teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least three letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to biojobs@pitt.edu.
Applications will be reviewed starting 24 March 2023 and will continue until the positions are filled. The appointments require administrative and budgetary approval. The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment, so the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community is essential.
