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Lecturer - Biology

Employer
The University of Iowa
Location
Iowa, United States
Salary
Salary Commensurate with experience
Date posted
Jun 22, 2022

The Department of Biology at the University of Iowa invites applications for an instructional track faculty position (non-tenure track), beginning August 2023. The initial appointment is for three years, subject to annual review. This instructional track faculty position is renewable and includes opportunities for promotion with longer appointment intervals. More information about the Instructional Track can be found at https://provost.uiowa.edu/human-resources-administration/faculty-hr-administration/faculty-appointment. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

 

The Department of Biology and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to diversity; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. We welcome candidates of diverse social identities to join our faculty.

 

This position will primarily contribute to administration and instruction in the introductory biology course Diversity of Form and Function (BIOL:1412), which is the second course in our two-course introductory series. Diversity of Form and Function examines the wide array of features characteristic of living systems and also includes a weekly laboratory. Responsibilities of this position include providing instruction in lectures and overseeing the teaching of the integrated laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following roles: define learning objectives and develop engaging lecture content that supports these learning objectives; train and supervise Biology graduate student TAs; revise or create lab activities, materials, and assessments; develop additional course materials such as syllabi, assessments, and lecture slides; and other instructional duties as needed.

 

The successful applicant will have: 1) a PhD or equivalent in biology, biology education, or a related field in hand by the start date; 2) a commitment to excellence and inclusiveness in undergraduate biology education; 3) experience teaching introductory biology lecture and/or laboratory courses; and 4) excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.

 

All applications must be completed online at https://jobs.uiowa.edu, referring to Requisition #74510. Applications must include a CV, a letter of interest, a teaching statement, a diversity statement, and the name and contact information for three references. Additional materials that may be included are course syllabi, teaching materials, and teaching evaluations. Screening of applicants will begin on September 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Institutional Equity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.

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