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The Pennsylvania State University

University Park, PA

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor – Physiological and Developmental Biology

The Department of Biology at Penn State’s University Park campus is committed to innovative teaching and promotes active student-centered learning. We are seeking someone who can contribute to the instructional mission in our undergraduate program. Our goal is to create an integrated undergraduate experience, including lecture, lab, peer mentoring, and research. The Department invites applications for a non-tenure track lecturer/teaching professor starting Fall 2022.

Teaching responsibilities will include our introductory undergraduate lecture and laboratory course in Function and Development of Organisms (BIOL 240W).  This course emphasizes an integrated approach to the comparative physiology of both plants and mammals.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plant and/or mammalian physiology as well as laboratory teaching experience in these areas.  Other teaching responsibilities include Introductory Biology (BIOL 110) which covers basic concepts and biodiversity as well as courses within the candidate’s area(s) of expertise.  The candidate may also have the opportunity to mentor students in an inquiry-driven environment focused on independent research skills in the PSU Biology First-Year Research Initiative (FRI) Laboratories associated with Introductory Biology (BIOL 110).

Biology teaching faculty at PSU are typically on 36-week appointments, teaching and/or coordinating two lecture/lab courses per semester, plus one additional course based on need. Additional responsibilities may include recruiting and training laboratory teaching assistants and lecture learning assistants to be effective members of an instructional team, creating/implementing inquiry-based class exercises, and assisting with curriculum design and assessment.  This is a fixed term position that is initially funded for the 2022/2023 academic year. Innovative, effective contributions to the instructional mission of the department can lead to continuation in a multiyear appointment. Promotion through instructional ranks is available for this position.

Qualifications: Master`s degree required, Ph.D. preferred. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a Biological field, Biology Education, or equivalent, and at least two years of teaching experience in relevant courses. Undergraduate teaching experience that implements active learning strategies is required and documented excellence in teaching is important. Candidates should have comprehensive knowledge of their field. A demonstrated interest in pedagogy and the application of research-based teaching methods is highly desirable.

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, CV, concise statement of teaching philosophy and experience (including student and peer teaching reviews), and the names and contact information of three professional references. Full review of applications will begin on October 1, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. All applicants must apply at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Lecturer-Assistant-Associate-Teaching-Professor---Physiological-and-Developmental-Biology_REQ_0000017682-1

The University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst, MA

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region. (https://www.umass.edu/prospective-faculty/)

Job Description

The Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (https://www.bio.umass.edu/biology/) invites applicants for a full-time (9-month academic year), non-tenure track lecturer for classroom instruction in introductory physiology.

Primary responsibilities will include classroom instruction in Introductory Physiology (Biol 288) that is one of the ‘core’ second year courses in the Biology Department, as well as teaching 1-2 other core courses in the undergraduate biology curriculum. This person will also perform service in support of the mission and goals of the Department and College.

Other Functions

• Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness. 
• Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Biology or a closely-related field is required. The successful candidate will have experience primarily within the discipline of Physiology, and will design and implement an introductory physiology course that is broadly appealing and covers introductory concepts in physiology using examples from biomedical, clinical, comparative, or environmental physiology. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest in joining a team of instructors dedicated to excellence in teaching using modern evidence-based pedagogical approaches, with an emphasis on inclusiveness and accessibility to support the success of a diverse student body. 

Preferred Qualifications

Postdoctoral experience is preferred.

Additional Information

This position is intended to start September 1, 2022. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.

This is an academic year, benefited position with an initial 2-year appointment that is renewable contingent upon performance. Lecturers at the University of Massachusetts are automatically eligible for continuous employment after they have been in this position for three years. Thus, the position is intended to become a long-term career and includes the potential for long-term employment and promotional advancement within the Lecturer ranks.

Applicant Instructions

Applications should include a CV, a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, name and contact information for three (3) references, and a diversity statement (please see details below). Apply by November 3, 2021 in order to ensure priority consideration. Search may remain open until a suitable candidate pool has been identified.  

To learn more and apply, please visit: https://careers.umass.edu/amherst/en-us/job/509765/lecturer-biology-departmentcns

As part of a commitment to their own multicultural community, CNS seeks an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace university initiatives and aspirations. Candidates will need to submit a Statement of Contribution to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (as stated above). The Diversity Statement should identify past experiences and future goals. These contributions may result from lived experiences, scholarship, and/or mentoring, teaching, and outreach activities. (https://www.cns.umass.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion.) 

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University.  To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans.  It is the policy of the UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Utah State University

The Department of Biology (www.biology.usu.edu) invites applications for a full-time Temporary Assistant Professor position (90% teaching, and 10% service) in Biology. This position has an anticipated start date of 1 January 2022. Contingent on satisfactory performance, it is anticipated that the position will be a temporary 1.5 academic year non-tenure track appoint with the option of extension subject to funding.

There is no potential for promotion as the position is temporary and limited to assignment for spring terms 2022 and 2023, and fall term 2022 (January 2022 – May 2023).

The major responsibilities of the position include teaching Human Physiology (BIOL 2420; lectures and labs), Cell Biology (BIOL 5210), Introductory Biology I and II (BIOL 1610 and 1620; with a co-instructor, responsible for half of the lectures), and Biology and the Citizen (BIOL 1010). The teaching assignment will be two or three courses (7-10 credits) per term. Core duties include developing curriculum aligned with Biology Department standards; preparing lectures and discussions; designing and overseeing associated lab sections; developing student outcomes and assessments; developing and correcting exams; communicating with and responding to student inquiries; ensuring lecture and lab coordination; supervising teaching assistants, graders, and teaching fellows; participation in undergraduate research scholarship and/or extracurricular activities (examples could include student mentoring, internship supervision, and engagement with the Biology Undergraduate Student Association or other club programs); and service to the department community.

A MS is required; a PhD is strongly preferred with a degree in Biology or closely related discipline; ability to serve as a mentor, advisor and role model to students and graduate teaching assistants from diverse backgrounds; ability to work productively and cooperatively with colleagues; contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in the Department of Biology; and possessing excellent oral, written, and problem?solving skills. Evidence of proficiency in teaching is required, including a background in pedagogy. Record of proficiency in teaching Human Physiology at the university level is required.

Implementation of innovative teaching methods and a commitment to promoting diversity in STEM is encouraged. We seek applicants with demonstrated capacity to contribute to USU’s justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) missions and goals while also contributing to excellence in USU’s education mission.

Applicants must apply electronically, using the online system at https://jobs.usu.edu or HERE.  Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and goals, a vison statement for career-long engagement and contributions to JEDI goals, and the names and contact information (including email addresses) for three references. For further information or inquiries, please contact Nancy Kay Pierson (NancyKay.Pierson@usu.edu), Search Manager. Review of applications will begin 15 September 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. 

The Department of Biology has over 700 undergraduate students, nearly 60 graduate students, more than 45 faculty at 6 campuses across the State, 11 administrative staff members, and well over 100 hourly employees. Biology instructors serve over 4,380 students each year through our general education courses. The Department of Biology maintains a large research enterprise, and has taken a leadership role in promoting engagement of STEM students from diverse backgrounds in research. Biology and USU fosters innovation and professional development of faculty in their efforts to enhance student learning and engagement by offering support of professional association membership, conference/academy attendance, and an Empowering Teaching Excellence program offered by the Provost’s Office.

Utah State University (USU) was founded in 1888 and is honored to be Utah’s land-grant and space-grant university. USU is a Carnegie RU/H (Research University/High Research Activity) institution with approximately 27,800 students (24,660 undergraduates and over 3,000 graduate students) on the Logan main campus, eight statewide campuses, and 23 centers throughout the state. Extension serves all of Utah’s 29 counties and includes the Ogden Botanical Center, Thanksgiving Point, and the Utah Botanical Center. USU offers 114 undergraduate degrees, 132 graduate degrees, and a variety of innovative associate and certificate credentials. USU students represent all 29 counties in Utah, all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and three U.S. territories, and more than 66 countries. USU became Utah’s #1 Online university (U.S. News & World Report: January 2020). USU is ranked #2 public university in the nation – 2020 National University Rankings by Washington Monthly, September 2020. As one of the two premier research institutions in Utah, USU is proud to provide a high-quality education at an affordable price. Additional information about Utah State University can be found at: https://www.usu.edu/about/at-a-glance/.

 A core characteristic of USU is engagement with communities and people in economic development, improvements to quality of life, and human capital. Through the practical application of knowledge, the University and its faculty engage and share expertise with the state, nation, and world, preserving the historical land-grant tradition of partnering with communities to address critical societal issues in the interest of the public good.

The USU main campus is located on the traditional and unceded homeland of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation, a region that was also visited by member of neighboring Native nations.  Present-day Logan, Utah is a city of about 50,000 situated in a picturesque mountain valley about 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. Outstanding recreational opportunities abound in the nearby mountains and proximate region. Additional information about Logan can be found at: http://www.loganutah.org/visitors/about_logan/index.php.

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university’s academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement (https://www.usu.edu/president/missionstatement/). USU is an AA/EO employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law. Learn more at www.aaeo.usu.edu/non-discrimination. USU is sensitive to the needs of dual career couples and provides a Dual Career Assistance program. Additional information can be found at: http://www.usu.edu/provost/faculty-life/dual-career-assistance.cfm.

Notice of Non-discrimination:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity: Alison Adams-Perlac, alison.adams-perlac@usu.edu, Old Main Rm. 161, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator: Hilary Renshaw, hilary.renshaw@usu.edu, Old Main Rm. 161, 435-797-1266

 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/ or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481 OCR@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov