MICROBIOLOGY LECTURER POSITION

The Department of Biology at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure-track Lecturer position in Microbiology. Appointments are typically at the Lecturer I rank however, experienced candidates may be appointed at the rank of Lecturer II. The primary teaching responsibility will be Microbiology for Human Affairs (BIOL 2411), a microbiology course for pre-nursing students. The successful candidate will also serve as the microbiology course coordinator, with responsibilities including oversight of microbiology teaching labs, supervision of the microbiology lab coordinator, development of lab exercises for BIOL 2411, and collaboration with other microbiology instructors. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to working collaboratively and supporting diversity and inclusion. The expected start date for this position is August 15th, 2022.

The Department of Biology has 33 full-time faculty, approximately 700 undergraduate majors. In addition to our BS degree program, we have a growing MS program that currently enrolls 30 graduate students. We also support an interdisciplinary undergraduate Environmental Science program. Please visit our website for more details http://uca.edu/biology/

To apply please submit the following through the on-line application portal at https://jobs.uca.edu

1. Letter of interest
2. Statement (max 1 page) detailing the applicant's approach to diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity in the classroom
3. Statement (max 5 pages) detailing the applicant’s teaching philosophy, approach, and experience, providing evidence of teaching effectiveness
4. Curriculum vitae
5. Copies of graduate transcripts
6. Names and contact information for three references

Relevant higher education teaching experience and MS degree required; doctoral degree preferred. Questions regarding the position or the department may be sent to Dr. Brent Hill, Chair, Department of Biology (bhill@uca.edu).

Application review will begin February 1st and continue until the position is filled.

UCA Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Commitment

The University of Central Arkansas is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff population through enhanced multicultural learning environments and opportunities. We value the opportunity to work, learn, and develop in a community that embraces the diversity of individuals and ideas, including race, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, gender, marital status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, physical ability, political affiliation, and intellectual perspective.