Microbiology Professor & Mentor for Health Sciences

Gordon State College; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Parental Leave

Retirement

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gordon State College in Georgia invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Microbiology. The role focuses on teaching Microbiology courses to Health Sciences and Biology majors, with 75% in-person and 25% flexible delivery.

Candidates will participate in student success initiatives, service, and ongoing professional development within a 10-month, full-time tenure-track framework. The successful candidate will teach BIOL 2260K and BIOL 3340K and contribute to curriculum development,

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Microbiology, Biology, or closely related field from an accredited institution prior to appointment.
• Academic preparation sufficient to teach undergraduate microbiology lecture and laboratory courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses aligned with the microbiology program and credentialing standards.
• Develop and evaluate exams, assignments, and lab assessments; maintain records and office hours.
• Advise and mentor students; support recruitment, orientation, and student success activities.
• Engage in service on faculty committees and contribute to professional development and scholarship.

Skills

Strong writing

Verbal communication

Analytic skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Doctoral Degree in Microbiology or related field

Ability to teach undergraduate microbiology lecture and lab

Job description

Gordon State College in Georgia invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Microbiology. The role focuses on teaching Microbiology courses to Health Sciences and Biology majors, with 75% in-person and 25% flexible delivery.

Candidates will participate in student success initiatives, service, and ongoing professional development within a 10-month, full-time tenure-track framework. The successful candidate will teach BIOL 2260K and BIOL 3340K and contribute to curriculum development,