BIOTECH - Visiting Assistant Professor

Company Description:

As a premier institution in agriculture and technology, SUNY Cobleskill calls all learners to grow, to sustain, and to renew the world and its citizens. The College acts as a reflection of, and a catalyst for, advancement in our fields. With an emphasis on applied learning and experiential education, SUNY Cobleskill prepares students for successful careers, advanced studies, and engaged citizenship.  

Founded in 1911, SUNY Cobleskill enrolls approximately 2000 students in 55 diverse majors. The campus sets the standard for applied education that extends theory into practice. SUNY Cobleskill is a community characterized by empathy, inclusivity, respect, personal growth, integrity, and a collaborative spirit fostering well-being and sustainable practices. We recognize and celebrate student, faculty and staff achievements. We take pride in our campus and encourage collaboration with our surrounding communities.

Our modern, 902-acre campus features outstanding educational facilities, including an equestrian center, 200-cow dairy facility, cold and warm water fish hatcheries, specialized classrooms and scientific laboratories, two state-of-the-art culinary arts teaching kitchens, child development and childcare centers, and an art gallery and graphic design center. 

Drawing on a rich academic tradition that spans more than 100 years, our purpose remains constant; to educate future entrepreneurs, scientists, thought leaders, artists, educators, and practitioners to contribute to the sustainability of a healthy and prosperous societal existence in concert with a robust environment. 

About the Department of Animal and Natural Sciences:
The Department of Animal and Natural Sciences at SUNY Cobleskill is a vibrant, collegial group of over 40 faculty and staff who have expertise in the natural sciences, biotechnology, animal science, and agriculture. The department offers several bachelors and associates degrees meant to support the next generation of veterinarians, physicians, scientists and agriculturalists.

Job Description:

Main teaching responsibilities will include Cell Biology (BIOL 375) lectures and labs. This person will potentially cover Biology 1 (BIOL 111) and Chemistry 1 (CHEM 111) lab sections based on departmental needs. The successful candidate's background and expertise should be in Cell Biology, Biotechnology and/or Genetics. Additional background knowledge will determine course assignment for the spring 2025 schedule.  Transdisciplinary approaches to teaching are especially welcome in our learning environment. SUNY Cobleskill emphasizes excellence and creativity in undergraduate teaching.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned M.S. in Biology, Cell biology, Genetics or a closely related field is required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working as a team member with faculty and other professional colleagues
• Some experience teaching in the sciences
• Openness toward teaching evaluation and mentorship

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have: 

• An earned Ph.D. in Biology, Cell biology, Genetics or a closely related field
• Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence; experience teaching undergraduate students
• Experience with course and program assessment and/or program development
• Knowledge in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, and Genetics
• Evidence of excellence in educating and mentoring a diverse group of learners
• The ability to prepare and implement laboratory exercises

Additional Information:

• The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000.
• This is a temporary, non-tenure-track (10-month) appointment as a Visiting Assistant Professor.
• This position begins August 2024.
• This position offers full New York State benefits which are some of the most comprehensive in the country.
• SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
• This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
• All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply, if your skillset meets the minimum requirements as set forth.

SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status.  Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.  If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.   

SUNY Cobleskill's Interim Tile IX Coordinator is Nicole Field, who can be contacted via phone at 518-255-5514, email at fieldnm@cobleskill.edu, or mailing address of SUNY Cobleskill,  Knapp Hall Room 123, Cobleskill, NY 12043.

Application Instructions:

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Priority is given to applications submitted by August 1, 2024.

A complete application consists of the following:

1. Letter of application, addressing qualifications, position responsibilities, and college values  
2. Current CV or Resume
3. Copies of unofficial transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions. Personal identifiers, with the exception of name, may be redacted.
4. Names, emails and phone numbers of at least three professional references, preferably former supervisors 

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