Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

The Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences welcomes applications for a 9‑month non‑tenure track faculty position in the biology program at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor.

Responsibilities

• Teach approximately 15 contact hours per semester for undergraduate courses (or 30 contact hours per academic year).
• Contribute to the program, department, university, and profession through service obligations, including student advising and committee service.
• Teach undergraduate biochemistry and introductory chemistry courses (e.g., general biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry).
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Evaluate and grade students’ coursework and papers.
• Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required documentation.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Advise students on academic and career curricula.
• Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Assist the department chair with continual program development.
• Participate in unit meetings and other university‑wide activities/committees.
• Conduct research in the area of expertise and seek grant funding for projects.
• Other duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Previous successful work experience with culturally diverse populations is a plus.
• Ability to cope effectively with adversity and demonstrate leadership skills that promote collegiality and cooperation.
• Ability to use technology in instruction and student advising; experience in curriculum and institutional assessment is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in the undergraduate classroom.
• Evidence of potential for developing a research program in biology, or a multidisciplinary area that fully involves and engages undergraduate students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in biology and introductory level chemistry courses.
• Ability to teach organic chemistry and biochemistry.

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