Instructor, I2 - Renewable, Introductory Biology and Anatomy and Physiology
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- The University of Alabama
- Location
- Tuscaloosa, AL
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Alabama seeks an instructor for a 9-month non-tenure track position. The appointment will be on a three-year renewable contract, subject to annual review, with opportunities for teaching additional courses during summer semesters. The successful applicant will teach Introductory Biology and Anatomy and Physiology laboratories as well as assist with all aspects of teaching laboratory coordination within the department. Other teaching duties associated with Introductory Biology and Anatomy and Physiology courses may be required. In addition, the position includes an expectation of participation in academic advising of Biology majors. Applicants must hold a minimum of an M.S. degree in Biology or related disciplines and have at least 3 years of teaching experience.
Applicants should submit a cover letter summarizing their qualifications for the position, including teaching and advising experience, a cv, a statement of teaching philosophy and goals and the names and contact information of 3 references. Applicants should upload their materials to https://facultyjobs.ua.edu, Job(#44672).
Applications from women and members of traditionally under-represented groups in Biology are especially encouraged. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. For more information about our department, please visit us at https://bsc.ua.edu/.
Ad Text:The Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Alabama seeks an instructor for a 9-month non-tenure track position. The appointment will be on a three-year renewable contract, subject to annual review, with opportunities for teaching additional courses during summer semesters. The successful applicant will teach Introductory Biology and Anatomy and Physiology laboratories as well as assist with all aspects of teaching laboratory coordination within the department. Other teaching duties associated with Introductory Biology and Anatomy and Physiology courses may be required. In addition, the position includes an expectation of participation in academic advising of Biology majors. Applicants must hold a minimum of an M.S. degree in Biology or related disciplines and have at least 3 years of teaching experience.
Applicants should submit a cover letter summarizing their qualifications for the position, including teaching and advising experience, a cv, a statement of teaching philosophy and goals and the names and contact information of 3 references. Applicants should upload their materials to https://facultyjobs.ua.edu, Job(#44672).
Applications from women and members of traditionally under-represented groups in Biology are especially encouraged. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. For more information about our department, please visit us at https://bsc.ua.edu/.
Additional Position Information:UA EEO StatementThe University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more.
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Search Initiation Date:03/29/2019Expected Starting Date:08/16/2019Special Instructions to Applicants:Please upload the names and contact information of 3 references to the “other document 1” tab.
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