Part-time Lecturer, Bioinformatics (Boston)

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

Part-time Lecturer, Bioinformatics (Boston)

About the Opportunity

Job Summary

Individuals are sought to teach graduate courses in science andtechnology relevant to the bioinformatics field. Courses includeprimarily biological science courses with minor algorithmiccomponents and primarily programming courses with a focus onbioinformatics methods. Such graduate courses seek experiencedbioinformatics, biotech, and data science professionals with adesire to teach for the Bioinformatics Professional ScienceMaster's (PSM) Program depending upon the programs' needs andenrollment.

Key Responsibilities

• review and learn key teaching points within existing instructorguides;
• be willing to support high-quality teaching and standardsthrough preparation of lectures based on course materialsprovided;
• facilitate rich respectful debates and discussions in anin-person or online class;
• provide timely review and grading of assignments withappropriate coaching and feedback to the students;
• consistently connect with students and their performance;
• contribute to the program's curriculum development efforts;and
• adhere to Northeastern's policies.

Part-time instructors work under the direction of the director withsupport from a faculty lead and will hold office hours asappropriate.

Qualifications

• PhD in bioinformatics, biology, or a closely relatedfield.
• Experience with the application of computational methods tobiological problems.
• Either prior experience in teaching or more than 3 years ofexperience in course-relevant industry or academic work isrequired.
• Proven platform skills required, as in an open, supportivepersonal style willing to receive assistance and coaching whenneeded from the faculty lead.
• Prior experience in a diverse higher education institutionpreferred.
• Knowledge of Python and/or R programming languages is stronglyrecommended.

Application Materials

• CV/resume
• Cover letter
• 3 references - provide name, title, company, phone, email,relationship (e.g. my current supervisor)

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Thisposition will not be sponsored for a work visa.

Note for STEM OPT Participants

This position may not satisfy the 20-hour per week minimum requiredto maintain compliance with STEM OPT guidelines. For example, afour-credit course typically involves an estimated weeklycommitment of 13.5 hours, which falls short of the requiredthreshold.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate workexperience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefiteligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paidtime off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- aswell as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disabilitystatus, or any other characteristic protected by applicablelaw.

Pay Range

The rate per credit is $2,932.00.