Assistant Professor, Biology - 993409

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University invites applications for a faculty position in biology. The role involves teaching general biology and upper-level courses across a range of formats, including in-person, online, and lab-inclusive offerings.

The candidate will contribute to curriculum development, advise students, conduct scholarly research, and participate in university committees and campus-life activities while meeting department expectations and institutional policies.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in use of computer hardware and curriculum related software.
• Doctoral degree required.
• College-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches courses as negotiated with the department chair in general biology and other upper-level biology courses (in-person, online or with lab).
• Participates in curriculum and/or program development.
• Be accessible to students with regular office hours for advising and consultation.
• Conducts scholarship/research activities.
• Serves on college and university committees.
• Supports campus life and university events.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University! Nova Southwestern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southwestern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university. We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.

Primary Purpose

Performs teaching, scholarship/research, and service consistent with current university faculty policy manual.

Job Category

Exempt

Pay Basis

Annually

Subject to Grant Funding?

No

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches courses as negotiated with the department chair in general biology, and other upper-level biology courses (from among the specialties of anatomy and physiology, microbiology, cellular and molecular biology, ecology, and virology) in a variety of potential formats (online, in person with and without lab, etc.). The position is an in-person position.
• Participates in curriculum and/or program development, as assigned.
• Be accessible to students, according to College guidelines; maintains regular office hours for student advising and consultation.
• Conducts scholarship/research activities.
• Serves and contributes to appropriate college and university committees.
• Provides community service and participates in university, college and departmental functions that contribute to campus life, such as athletic events, orientations, receptions, commencements, etc.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

1. Proficiency in use of computer hardware and curriculum related software.

Required Education

Doctoral Degree

Preferred Qualifications

• College level teaching experience.

Is this a safety sensitive position?

No

Background Screening Required?

No

Sensitivity Disclaimer

Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.