Instructor - 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 an Instructor - 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, Instructor - Biology typically reports to a department head. Has a Master's degree or is a PhD candidate in the applicable field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate level and possesses the qualifications to participate in research. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Professor of Biology (Open rank)
The University of Mary invites applications for a full-time position in Biology to begin Fall 2024. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. A doctorate degree in Biology, or a closely related field, is required by the time of employment. This position will involve teaching majors and non-majors introductory biology courses as well as courses in the applicant’s area of expertise.
While candidates with expertise in any area of biology are invited, applicants with an interest in wildlife or conservation biology are strongly encouraged to apply. A willingness to take a leadership role in our active Wildlife Management & Conservation Biology Concentration would be beneficial. Applicants should understand, support, and advance the liberal arts, excel in teaching at the undergraduate level, and be willing to join other active program faculty in developing a research agenda appropriate for participation by undergraduate science majors (www.umary.edu/SURVE).
All faculty are expected to demonstrate a willingness to support and advance the Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine Mission and Identity of the University of Mary (see https://www.umary.edu/about/mission-identity). All faculty are expected to participate in the on-going implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities, and to help foster a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the School of Arts and Sciences and throughout the university in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.
The University of Mary is a private, Christian, Catholic, Benedictine university that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. Infusing Benedictine values throughout the educational experience, Mary offers distinguished, professionally-focused academic programs enlivened by the liberal arts, global and civic service, robust internships, and mentoring by respected faculty. As one of the most affordable private universities in the nation, Mary offers exceptional educational value as well as outstanding scholarship and financial aid opportunities. The University of Mary is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
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Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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