Bacterial Genomics Academic Director – 6-Week On-Campus Role

SSP International; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Domestic travel covered

Meals provided

Job summary

SSP International, Inc. (SSPI) invites applications for Academic Director or Associate Academic Director to lead the academic and research components of the Summer Science Program.

The roles oversee curricula, mentor TARMs, and coordinate with site directors to ensure rigorous academic experiences. ADs/AADs will teach and supervise 36 high school participants, oversee lab and lecture sessions, and help shape research projects.

Qualifications

• Has held teaching roles at college level or conducted substantial research in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics or bioinformatics.
• PhD required for both AD and AAD positions; experience with lab-based/curriculum design is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Live on or near campus for 6 weeks, eat meals with participants, and engage in occasional field trips and social activities.
• Teach junior/senior university-level topics to a group of 36 high school students in a fast-paced university environment.
• Lead lectures and laboratory sessions; prepare laboratories or research spaces during startup week and for each lab.
• Assist the AD in making research and curricular decisions; support TARMs and AADs as assigned.
• Monitor the wellbeing of participants and ensure safety; report unsafe acts to SSPI staff.
• Attend weekly faculty meetings; contribute to discussions on participant academic and personal growth.
• Coordinate schedules with the Site Director for non-academic events; document alterations.

Skills

Microbiology

Molecular biology

Genetics

Bioinformatics

Galaxy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teaching experience

Computer literacy (Office)

Education

PhD in microbiology or related field

Tools

Galaxy

Job description

SSP International, Inc. (SSPI) invites applications for Academic Director or Associate Academic Director to lead the academic and research components of the Summer Science Program.

The roles oversee curricula, mentor TARMs, and coordinate with site directors to ensure rigorous academic experiences. ADs/AADs will teach and supervise 36 high school participants, oversee lab and lecture sessions, and help shape research projects.