Part-Time Bioinformatics Lecturer — Graduate Courses

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 3,332,000 - 4,746,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeastern University is seeking a Part-time Lecturer in Bioinformatics in Boston to teach graduate courses in bioinformatics and related fields.

Responsibilities include preparing lectures, grading, and engaging with students both in-person and online. A PhD in bioinformatics or related field and experience applying computational methods to biology are preferred. 3+ years of teaching or industry experience and strong Python/R skills are recommended.

Qualifications

• PhD in bioinformatics, biology, or a closely related field.
• Experience applying computational methods to biological problems.
• 3+ years of course-relevant industry or academic work preferred.
• Python and/or R programming knowledge recommended.

Responsibilities

• Review and learn key teaching points within existing instructor guides.
• Be willing to support high-quality teaching and standards through preparation of lectures.
• Facilitate rich respectful debates and discussions in an in-person or online class.
• Provide timely review and grading of assignments with coaching and feedback.
• Consistently connect with students and their performance.
• Contribute to the program's curriculum development efforts; and
• Adhere to Northeastern's policies.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Student engagement

Education

PhD in bioinformatics or related field

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Northeastern University is seeking a Part-time Lecturer in Bioinformatics in Boston to teach graduate courses in bioinformatics and related fields.

Responsibilities include preparing lectures, grading, and engaging with students both in-person and online. A PhD in bioinformatics or related field and experience applying computational methods to biology are preferred. 3+ years of teaching or industry experience and strong Python/R skills are recommended.