Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice

Job Description

Virginia Tech seeks to fill a three year, non tenure-track, academic year appointment, Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice Position in the area of Biochemistry with an anticipated start date of 26th August 2024. Working in collaboration with the department's other faculty members, the Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice will take a lead role on enhancing the curriculum for Biochemistry majors and promoting teaching excellence. The candidate is expected to bring specialized expertise to the instructional programs within Biochemistry by teaching courses, engaging in curricular updates and course transformations, enhancing undergraduate research and/or outreach opportunities, and the adoption/integration of innovative and inclusive pedagogy. The candidate is expected to remain current in biochemistry and related fields, and to serve on departmental, college, or university committees as a contributing member of the department and the broader university community. Individuals with interests and skills in both biochemistry and the interface between natural and human systems are strongly encouraged to apply. The position's responsibilities include: classroom and online instruction, involvement in curricular innovation and transformation, engagement in the scholarship of teaching and learning in Biochemistry, mentoring students from diverse backgrounds and identities, continuing development of professional capabilities and scholarly activities; participation in department, college, and university governance; and professional service, enhancing experiential learning opportunities in Biochemistry.

Virginia Tech is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this vacancy.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related Life Science disciplines; Experience in higher education instruction and pedagogy activities with strong promise for being a leader in the instructional mission; Demonstrated effectiveness in undergraduate teaching and strong potential for graduate teaching; Commitment to teach and advise a diverse student body.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Biochemistry; Documented research achievements, as might be demonstrated through a postdoctoral or previous faculty appointment; Vision, creativity, and leadership skills relevant to instruction; Demonstrated effectiveness in mentoring undergraduate research students.

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

85,000 - 95,000

Review Date

08/02/2024

Additional Information

Applicants are asked to include: 1) a cover letter; 2) CV; and 3) Teaching Statement when applying to this position.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dr. Stefan Roberts at stefanroberts@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: July 11, 2024
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