Assistant Teaching Professor of Biology (12 month, teaching track)

Employer: Gannon University
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Salary: Salary Not specified
Date posted: Dec 11, 2024

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Position Type: Faculty Positions, Science & Mathematics, Biology & Life Sciences
Employment Level: Tenured/Tenured Track
Employment Type: Full Time

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Assistant Teaching Professor of Biology (12 month, teaching track)

Position Summary:
The Department of Biology at Gannon University is accepting applications for a full-time, twelve-month, Assistant Teaching Professor position beginning April 2025. We seek a dynamic educator to join our existing 16 faculty members in providing high-quality instructional experiences. Preference will be given to candidates with previous teaching experience in human anatomy and physiology and microbiology, and to individuals with experience instructing nursing/health science students.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory biology courses, including human anatomy and physiology and microbiology courses across all three academic semesters (summer, spring, and fall). Teaching-track faculty teach 27 credit hours in the academic year including evening classes. All faculty are expected to participate in academic advising, pursue professional development, and provide service to the University, community, and the profession. Teaching-track faculty are employed on renewable one-year contracts to start, which then become three and five-year renewals with demonstrated positive job performance.

Review of applications will begin October 31, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Applications should include (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial graduate transcripts (official required for hire), and (4) a statement of teaching philosophy that specifically addresses the needs and challenges of nursing/health science students.
The Department of Biology supports the university's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and actively encourages women, BIPOC, and all under-represented minorities to apply.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must minimally hold an Master's degree in Biology or closely-related field. Preference will be given to individuals holding degrees (M.S. and Ph.D.) in Biology.

Candidates must possess effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and an ability to be an effective team member.

Candidates must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in teaching and evidence of teaching effectiveness in higher education are preferred.

Location: Erie, Pa
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: Col.Health Professions & Sci.
Division: School of Sciences
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Gannon University

Founded in 1925, Gannon University is a four-year Catholic university dedicated to providing a liberal arts education integrated with professional skills and faith-based learning. For more information visit http://www.gannon.edu

LOCATIONS
Gannon University is comprised of two vibrant campuses in Erie, Pa. and Ruskin, Fla. Gannon's Erie campus is central to many businesses and organizations that actively work with our faculty and staff to enhance hands-on learning opportunities for students. This urban campus in the heart of downtown is within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, entertainment and Lake Erie beaches close by, and is just within a two-hour drive of Cleveland, Buffalo, Pittsburgh and Niagara Falls.

Gannon's Ruskin campus is a dynamic and beautiful area between Tampa and Bradenton that rates highly on measures of livability and attractiveness. The campus puts our faculty and staff at the center of a rapidly expanding healthcare sector where they can engage students in educational and outreach activities and meet the need for health professionals.

To view a virtual tour of our Erie Campus, visit: www.gannon.edu/#virtualtour

INSPIRE OUR MISSION
Gannon is a Catholic, Diocesan university dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Our faculty and staff prepare students to be global citizens through programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and professional specializations. Inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, we offer a comprehensive, values-centered learning experience that emphasizes faith, leadership, inclusiveness and social responsibility.

Gannon University has advanced to the category of national university, according to the U.S. News & World Report's recent release of "America's Best Colleges." The university now ranks 218th out of 399 national universities. This shift reflects Gannon's growth in enrollment and programs at its Erie and Ruskin, Fla. campuses.

Additionally, Gannon University was honored with Aetna's "Changing the World" award for creating a healthy workplace environment. Gannon was recognized in two of the four award categories - the "Above and Beyond" award and the "Changing the World" award for receiving the highest score among mid-sized employees in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

ACADEMICS
Academic Programs:

61 Bachelor
10 Pre-Professional
20 Cooperative Professional School Options
6 Associate's Degrees
27 Master's Degrees
6 Doctoral

Student Population (Fall 2019):

3,432 Undergraduate
1,012 Graduate
4,444 Total Student Enrollment

Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1
24 Scholarship-Granting Varsity Sports
140+ Student Clubs and Organizations

PROMOTING LEARNING BY ENGAGEMENT
As part of Gannon's strategic initiatives to promote learning by engagement, the University has designed dynamic environments and engaging learning experiences that intentionally align to prepare students for personal and professional life after graduation.

Just one example of how this is achieved is through service-learning, study abroad and faculty-led travel trips. Click here to learn more about Gannon's Possibilities Abroad programs.

ADVANCING ORGANIZATIONAL HEALTH
Gannon recognizes its most vital asset: its people. The University is dedicated to empowering employees with a shared voice in examining individual and institutional practices. Gannon is committed to the development of human, financial, physical plant and technology resources to enhance the quality of our experience for students, employees and alumni, as well as the health of the University.

Click here to view a message from President Keith Taylor, Ph.D., on Gannon's commitment to our students and our employees.

CREATING PUBLIC IMPACT
Gannon's unique campus location creates an atmosphere that encourages the linkage of scholarship, service and learning experiences with community needs through programs and partnerships to facilitate transformative change in Gannon's communities.

Click here for more information about campus, local attractions and outreach.