Part-time Lecturer, Programming and Biological Science Courses for the Bioinformatics Graduate [...]

Northeastern University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Toronto seeks part-time instructors to teach graduate courses in bioinformatics. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD in bioinformatics or a related field and have experience in teaching or substantial industry experience. Responsibilities include preparing lectures, facilitating discussions, and connecting with students. Knowledge of Python and/or R is preferred. Offering a competitive pay range of $2,208 - $2,885 per credit, along with a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• PhD in bioinformatics or a related field is required.
• Experience in teaching or 3+ years in relevant industry work is necessary.
• Knowledge of Python and/or R programming languages is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Review and learn teaching points from instructor guides.
• Prepare lectures based on course materials.
• Facilitate discussions in class, both in-person and online.
• Provide feedback to students on assignments.
• Connect consistently with students regarding their performance.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Teaching

Python

R

Curriculum Development

Education

PhD in bioinformatics, biology, or related field

Job description

About the Opportunity

Individuals are sought to teach graduate courses in science and technology relevant to the bioinformatics field. Courses include primarily biological science courses with minor algorithmic components and primarily programming courses with a focus on bioinformatics methods. Such graduate courses seek experienced bioinformatics, biotech, and data science professionals with a desire to teach for the Bioinformatics Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Program depending upon the programs’ needs and enrollment.

Responsibilities:

• review and learn key teaching points within existing instructor guides
• be willing to support high-quality teaching and standards through preparation of lectures based on course materials provided
• facilitate rich respectful debates and discussions in an in‑person or online class
• provide timely review and grading of assignments with appropriate coaching and feedback to the students
• consistently connect with students and their performance
• contribute to the program’s curriculum development efforts
• adhere to Northeastern’s policies

Part‑time instructors work under the direction of the director with support from a faculty lead and will hold office hours as appropriate.

Qualifications:

PhD in bioinformatics, biology, or a closely related field. Experience with the application of computational methods to biological problems. Either prior experience in teaching or more than 3 years of experience in course‑relevant industry or academic work is required. Proven platform skills required, as in an open, supportive personal style willing to receive assistance and coaching when needed from the faculty lead.

Prior experience in a diverse higher education institution preferred. Knowledge of Python and/or R programming languages is strongly recommended.

Documents to submit:

• CV/resume
• cover letter
• 3 references – provide name, title, company, phone, email, relationship (e.g. my current supervisor)

Position Type Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range

The per credit rate is $2,208 - $2,885