Biology Instructor: Intro Courses, SoTL & Curriculum

Florida Gulf Coast University; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks an Instructor of Biology to teach lower-level undergraduate biology courses, including those supporting pre-nursing. The role includes course development, student-centered teaching, and active participation in college and university initiatives.

The ideal candidate will exhibit commitment to innovative instruction, use of technology in teaching, and engagement in service to the college and community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology with at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline.
• Demonstrated potential for teaching undergraduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per semester of lower-level biology courses as assigned.
• Participate in disciplinary research and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL).
• Prepare and deliver course content, including syllabi, lectures, and assessments.
• Maintain office hours and communicate with students and colleagues.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings and curriculum development.
• Use the university learning management system to support teaching.
• Complete mandatory trainings and comply with policies.
• Contribute to service at departmental, institutional, and community levels.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student-centered teaching

Curriculum development

Educational technology

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Biology

PhD preferred

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks an Instructor of Biology to teach lower-level undergraduate biology courses, including those supporting pre-nursing. The role includes course development, student-centered teaching, and active participation in college and university initiatives.

The ideal candidate will exhibit commitment to innovative instruction, use of technology in teaching, and engagement in service to the college and community.