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The George Washington University - Introductory Biology Teaching Faculty
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George Washington University - Faculty Position

Introductory Biology Teaching Faculty 
Department of Biological Sciences
The George Washington University

The Department of Biological Sciences at The George Washington University (GWU) invites applications for a teaching faculty position in Introductory Biology. This is a full-time, renewable contract position to begin as early as Fall 2020. The successful candidate will be actively involved in the design, delivery, and supervision of undergraduate laboratories associated with our Introductory Biology sequence for majors. Additionally, the successful candidate will teach a large lecture section in either the majors or non-majors Introductory Biology course each semester, as needed. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will work with our faculty, laboratory managers, graduate teaching assistants, and undergraduate teaching assistants to ensure a high quality laboratory experience that prepares our majors for advanced coursework in Biology.

We invite applications from biologists with broad training and who have a demonstrated passion for teaching and a genuine interest in science pedagogy. Office space will be provided in Bell Hall, where our Introductory Biology labs are housed. Because this is a teaching position, there are no research expectations but the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the service mission of the University.

Required Qualifications: A completed PhD in Biology and at least two years of experience teaching a combination of lecture and laboratory courses.

Application Procedure: To be considered, please complete an online faculty application at http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/71510 and upload the following documents: (i) a cover letter describing interests and qualifications for the position; (ii) a curriculum vitae including a detailed description of teaching experience and scholarly publications, including those related to science pedagogy; (iii) statement of teaching philosophy; (iv) copies of recent student evaluations; (v) a diversity statement that highlights any past experiences and future plans related to supporting a diverse and inclusive educational community; and (vi) include names and contact information of three referees who can comment on your classroom instruction. Letters of recommendation from referees will be requested at a later stage for candidates advancing to the second stage of the process. Only complete applications will be considered. Please contact Dr. John Lill (lillj@gwu.edu), Chair of the Introductory Biology Faculty Search Committee, with any questions.

Review of applications will begin on December 2, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.

The George Washington University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) - Faculty Position

http://www.themsms.orgThe Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS), recently named the 6th best public high school with the number 1 ranked faculty in the U.S., is accepting applications for a faculty position to teach Biology for the 2020?2021 academic year. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach advanced courses in biology such as Genetics, Microbiology, Ecology, and Biochemistry. The final teaching assignment will depend upon student needs.

MSMS is a public, residential high school for academically gifted and talented eleventh and twelfth-grade students located on the campus of the Mississippi University for Women, Columbus, Mississippi. For more information about MSMS and the science curriculum, please visit http://www.themsms.org.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. A Ph.D. and the ability to also teach chemistry are preferred. Master’s Degree or above in biology or a related field is required.  
2. Teaching experience at the secondary or post?secondary level. Five years of experience and a valid Mississippi teaching license (endorsement 181) are desirable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

1. Salary is based upon the established position scale. Beginning salary ranges are from $56,087 to $59,359.
2. The position is contracted for 190 days.
3. Reporting date will be early August.  

Application can be made by submitting a resume and cover letter to amoore@themsms.org. For more information, visit www.themsms.org/employment.

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