Assistant Teaching Professor - Biology

Ontario Tech University; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Biology. This role emphasizes innovative teaching and student engagement within a technology-enhanced environment. The successful candidate will deliver undergraduate courses, develop hands-on labs, and may engage in pedagogical research. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to an interactive and collaborative academic culture, fostering critical thinking and experiential learning. Join a forward-thinking university committed to academic excellence and inclusivity, where your expertise can significantly impact the next generation of scientists.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Biology required; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience in innovative teaching and student engagement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate lecture-based courses in Biology.
• Develop and oversee hands-on labs and engage in pedagogical research.

Skills

Innovative teaching approaches

Student engagement

Pedagogical research

Education

M.Sc. in Biology

Ph.D. in Biology or related field

Job description

Assistant Teaching Professor - Biology

Tracking Code: req1456

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Science

Appointment Type: Teaching Faculty

Number of Positions: 1

Salary Grade: Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Posting Date: February 12, 2025

Application Review Date: March 15, 2025 (7:00 pm EST)

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, is proud to encourage an interactive, information-sharing culture for our individual staff and teams which enhance organizational effectiveness. Ontario Tech’s innovative programs and technology-enriched learning environment create an atmosphere of academic excellence. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech's globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

The Faculty of Science and the Biology Program at Ontario Tech University invites applications from qualified individuals for a teaching-focused position at the Assistant Teaching Professor level. Applicants must hold a M.Sc. degree in Biology or a related field; a Ph.D. is highly preferred but not required. Applicants with experience engaging students via innovative teaching approaches and demonstrated teaching excellence are encouraged to apply.

The Biology Program aims to provide students with experiential, active, and knowledge-based learning experiences. In keeping with our technology-enhanced learning environment, Ontario Tech seeks a faculty member who will explore and develop effective pedagogical approaches in the teaching of modern Biology. Thus, the successful applicant may pursue some pedagogical research. Teaching responsibilities will include the delivery of undergraduate, lecture-based courses and may include the development and oversight of hands-on labs. Our preferred candidate will be able to teach classes in: Cell and Molecular Biology, Human Physiology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, and Neuropharmacology. This position is subject to budgetary approval and is expected to commence on July 1, 2025.

Questions about the position should be directed to [e-mail].

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 70% Teaching, 20% Service, and 10% Other workload each year.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association. The UOIT Faculty Association collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the collective agreement.

Review of applications will begin on March 15, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants should submit in electronic format (as a single pdf file) a covering letter; a curriculum vitae including a list of publications; a statement of teaching interests/experience; evidence of high-quality teaching; an outline of their present research program; a brief future research plan; and the names of three referees through the Ontario Tech website.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization, and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle. If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the university's policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy.

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomi.

Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date: 7/1/2025