Assistant Lecturer, Biological Sciences (3520)
- Employer
- Idaho State University
- Location
- Idaho, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Date posted
- Feb 18, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Biology & Life Sciences
- Employment Level
- Non-Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Assistant Lecturer, Biological Sciences (3520)
Posting Number: req1198
Working 9 months per year
Faculty Non-Tenure Track
College of Science and Engineering
Idaho Falls
Primary Purpose
Idaho State University’s Department of Biological Sciences invites
applications for a 9-month, full time, non-tenure-track position as
an Assistant Lecturer in Biology. The selected candidate is
expected to join our faculty team in the delivery of high-quality
life science courses on our Idaho Falls campus beginning August
2021. The Idaho Falls campus is an outreach campus of Idaho State
University that serves traditional and non-traditional students in
the surrounding region.
Key Responsibilities
The assistant
lecturer will teach Anatomy and Physiology, but will be expected to
teach general biology and upper division courses in areas that
support the BS in Biology degree curricula, particularly biomedical
courses, such as cell biology and immunology as needed. Teaching
assignments may include day and evening classes. Coordination of
labs, student advising, and other duties will be part of the
assigned teaching load. A demonstrated ability to engage
undergraduate students in research is strongly preferred.
Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered
environment, interest in active and collaborative learning, and
enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment are all
expected features of a successful candidate. Ideal candidates will
have a focus on student success and foster an engaging learning
environment for students from diverse backgrounds with a broad
range of educational goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in a relevant life sciences field
- Experience in teaching anatomy and physiology courses at the college level
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate laboratory materials and resources
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous involvement in educational outreach activities
- Experience developing course materials
- Demonstrated ability to involve students in research
- Experience in human cadaver dissection
Apply online at https://isu.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=1198&site=1
Please submit the following documents with your
application:
1) A letter of interest that addresses the position criteria and
illustrates the applicant’s history of working with students from
diverse backgrounds; 2) A statement of teaching interests and
philosophy (maximum of 2 pages); 3) A current curriculum vitae; and
4) A list of names with contact information for three professional
references. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Janet Loxterman,
Chair, Department of Biological Sciences (loxtjane@isu.edu).
Position will remain open until filled, however, priority consideration will be given to applications received by March 11, 2021. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Includes a competitive benefits package. Offers of employment may be conditional pending successful completion of a background investigation.
Idaho State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We have an institution-wide commitment to inclusion and diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Veterans' preference. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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