Professor - Biology teaches courses in the discipline area of biology. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being a Professor - Biology provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Professor - Biology typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and initiates research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. Provides intellectual leadership and has made significant contributions to the field. May offer independent study opportunities and mentoring to students. Typically this individual is a leader in the field and has been published. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Converse University Department of Natural Sciences invites applicants for a non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology to begin August, 2024. The individual appointed will be responsible for introductory-level biology classes for science majors and for general education students. Depending on the candidate's interest and college needs, the successful candidate may offer additional courses. Preferred qualifications are a Ph.D. in biology with teaching experience. Minimum qualifications include an M.S. in biology. Salary: Commensurate with experience.
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Applicants should complete the online application at www.converse.edu/employment.
Applicants should also submit the following to doug.jensen@converse.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Complete applications submitted by June 20, 2024 will receive full consideration.
DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Converse University believes that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.