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Job TitleLaboratory LecturerPosition Number300170Requisition NumberB07036Position TypeFaculty 11-12 MonthsClass CodeTime-limited throughType of AppointmentFull-Time, Non-Tenure-TrackFaculty Position Sub-TypeLength of Appointment12 monthsInternal Recruitment?NoWorking HoursDepartmentBiologyOrganizationCOLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES DivisionAcademic Affairs - DIVCollegeCollege of Arts and SciencesApproved Hiring Salary RangeNegotiablePay BasisAnnuallyEOD

In 2018, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the 80 HEED institutions and was also recognized as a 2018 Diversity Champion.

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Faculty Initiatives

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General Description / Primary Purpose

We are seeking a candidate with experience in a range of courses including molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and/or microbiology. The successful applicant will be able to act as Course Coordinator of the primary assignment, but the ability and willingness to teach a variety of courses is highly desirable.

Essential Duties

Job Function

Responsibilities will include, coordinating with professors, lecturers, GA’s and laboratory managers, preparing materials for laboratory meetings, maintaining the course laboratories, developing new laboratory exercises, training and supervising graduate assistants, maintaining and updating laboratory manuals, organizing grading and assessments, teaching at least 4-5 lab sections.

Percentage Of Time96% Essential Duties

Job Function

Contributing to departmental governance.

Percentage Of Time4% Posting Detail Information

Marginal FunctionsRequired QualificationsFaculty Position Required Qualifications

The minimum qualifications are a Master’s degree in biology or a related discipline. Preferred qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills and experience as lead instructor for a college-level biology course.

Departmental RequirementsStatement(s) of Understanding Definition

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Required Licensure or CertificationMachines/Equipment used regularlyAnticipated Start Date08/03/2020Job Posting Date09/27/2019Application Review Date11/01/2019Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledYesPoint of Contact InformationDr. Elizabeth Stotz-PotterHiring OfficialDr. Cliff RossLocation if not JacksonvilleSpecial Instructions

Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records.

Applicant must list three professional references with contact information as part of the application. References will be contacted at the campus interview stage.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact the search committee chair Dr. Elizabeth Stotz-Potter at (904) 620-2830, or e.stotz-potter@unf.edu. Initial review of applications will begin on November 1, 2019.

Quicklinkhttp://www.unfjobs.org/postings/12154Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Statement of Teaching/Advising Philosophy

Optional Documents