Adjunct in Neuroscience

facultyemployment-stthomas; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 6,000 - 6,700; Full time

Job summary

The Neuroscience Program at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for Adjunct Faculty to teach one or more undergraduate courses in Neuroscience.

Teaching load is generally one or two lecture sections per semester and may include laboratory sections. Salary for Adjunct Faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences is determined by credential and years of teaching experience, ranging from $5,994 to $6,717 per 4-credit undergraduate course, with additional salary for laboratory sections.

Qualifications

• Candidates with a master's degree or equivalent training in neuroscience and related fields.
• PhD candidates and graduate students who have completed all PhD coursework (ABD) are encouraged to apply.
• University of St. Thomas is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO) and commits to inclusion and opportunity for all.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction using student-engaged, high-impact pedagogical approaches.
• Provide timely feedback to students regarding grades and course progress.
• Maintain a high quality of instruction in a student-centered environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Pedagogical approaches

Education

Master's degree in Neuroscience

PhD in Neuroscience

ABD / PhD coursework complete

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Neuroscience Program at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for Adjunct Faculty to teach one or more undergraduate courses in Neuroscience. Courses may include any of our regular offerings (found here), or a course developed by the faculty member in their area of expertise. Teaching load is generally one or two lecture sections per semester and may include laboratory section(s).

Recruitment for this position is continuous. Qualified applicants join a pool from which Adjunct Faculty members are selected, typically in the spring, summer, and fall for classes during the following semester. Selections in any semester depend on program needs and enrollment.

Salary for Adjunct Faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences is determined by academic credential and years of teaching experience, ranging from $5,994 to $6,717 per 4-credit undergraduate course, with additional salary for laboratory sections.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Adjunct faculty teaching in the Neuroscience Program are expected to deliver instruction using student-engaged, high-impact pedagogical approaches, to provide timely feedback to students regarding their grades and course progress, and to maintain a high quality of instruction in a student-centered environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

We will consider applications from candidates with a master's degree or equivalent training in neuroscience and related fields. Candidates who have a PhD, and graduate students who have completed all coursework requirements for the PhD (i.e., "ABD" or "dissertator" status) are encouraged to apply.

Established by an immigrant in 1885, the University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.

**This posting is for a pooled, adjunct faculty position for continuous recruitment. Review of candidates is typically done two times annually – late spring/summer and late fall/winter.**