Cell Biology Academic Director - Summer Science Program

SSP International; United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Travel covered

Meals provided or reimbursed

Job summary

SSP International, Inc. (SSPI) seeks an Academic Director or Associate Academic Director for its Summer Science Program. Responsibilities include managing academic and research components, mentoring TARMs, and coordinating with on-campus partners during a 6‑week residential program.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in microbiology or related fields, have CRISPR experience, and demonstrated teaching at the college level, with strong collaboration and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbiology, cell or molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, or related field.
• Experience as instructor of record for college-level courses.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with productivity tools and LMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise undergraduate students in cell/molecular biology topics.
• Lead academic and research activities for AD/AAD roles with faculty mentors.
• Develop and oversee laboratory sessions and research spaces.
• Provide feedback on student writing and projects and assess progress.
• Coordinate schedules and ensure policy and rigor alignment across sites.

Skills

Cell biology

Genetics/Genomics

Genome editing

Microbiology

Instructor of record experience

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

PhD in microbiology

PhD in cell or molecular biology

PhD in genetics

PhD in bioinformatics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas LMS

Job description

SSP International, Inc. (SSPI) seeks an Academic Director or Associate Academic Director for its Summer Science Program. Responsibilities include managing academic and research components, mentoring TARMs, and coordinating with on-campus partners during a 6‑week residential program.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in microbiology or related fields, have CRISPR experience, and demonstrated teaching at the college level, with strong collaboration and leadership abilities.