Biology Instructor: Innovative Undergrad Teaching & SoTL

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Instructor of Biology. The position focuses on teaching lower-level undergraduate biology courses, potentially supporting pre-nursing tracks, with opportunities for curriculum development and student-centered teaching.

Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to innovative instruction using technology and active learning, and engage in service, research, and committee work within the Department of Biological Sciences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biology or closely-related area with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Demonstrated potential for, or a record of, achievement in teaching undergraduate courses.
• PhD degree in biology or closely-related discipline from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teaches 12 credit hours per semester of lower-level undergraduate biology courses and related subjects.
• Participate in disciplinary research, SoTL, and/or community-engaged service.
• Prepare and deliver course content, including syllabi, lectures, assessments, and timely evaluation of student performance.
• Maintain scheduled office hours and ensure timely, professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings, as well as faculty evaluations, assessments, and curriculum development/revision.
• Utilize the university's learning management system and other required campus-wide technologies to support teaching and related responsibilities.
• Complete all mandatory university trainings and comply with all institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Engage in ongoing self-assessment and professional development to maintain effective instructional practices and remain current in the field.
• Contribute to service at the departmental, institutional, community, and professional levels in alignment with the University's mission.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Teaching

Collaboration

Communication

Student-centered education

Education

Master's degree in Biology or closely-related area with 18 graduate credits

PhD degree in biology or closely-related discipline (preferred)

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Instructor of Biology. The position focuses on teaching lower-level undergraduate biology courses, potentially supporting pre-nursing tracks, with opportunities for curriculum development and student-centered teaching.

Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to innovative instruction using technology and active learning, and engage in service, research, and committee work within the Department of Biological Sciences.