Biology Education Specialist — Intro & Genetics (Non-Tenure Track)

WU Wesleyan University; United States; Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wesleyan University’s Biology Department invites applications for an assistant professor of the practice (non-tenure-track) starting July 1, 2027. The position carries a 3-2 teaching load and will primarily involve teaching introductory biology lecture and lab, including genetics and molecular biology.

We seek a colleague who will engage with science education research and apply that knowledge to pedagogy, with a commitment to liberal arts education in a culturally diverse campus community, and

Formación

• Ph.D. in Biology or related field required by appointment.
• If hired as Instructor, Ph.D. must be in hand within one year of hire.
• Experience teaching introductory biology lecture and lab is preferred.
• Advising and mentoring students is part of the duties.
• Commitment to liberal arts education in a culturally diverse campus community.

Responsabilidades

• Teach introductory biology lecture and lab sections, including genetics and molecular biology.
• Engage with science education research and apply findings to pedagogy.
• Advise and mentor students and participate in department and university governance.
• Contribute to undergraduate curriculum and program development.
• Support and foster inclusive learning environments for diverse student populations.

Conocimientos

Biology teaching

Science education research

Diversity & inclusion

Educación

Ph.D. in Biology or related field

PhD by appointment or within 1 year

Descripción del empleo

Wesleyan University’s Biology Department invites applications for an assistant professor of the practice (non-tenure-track) starting July 1, 2027. The position carries a 3-2 teaching load and will primarily involve teaching introductory biology lecture and lab, including genetics and molecular biology.

We seek a colleague who will engage with science education research and apply that knowledge to pedagogy, with a commitment to liberal arts education in a culturally diverse campus community, and