Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar - BIT

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow in Biotechnology to develop and implement a new laboratory course in molecular biotechnology while teaching graduate and undergraduate courses on recombinant DNA. The position offers opportunities for mentoring students in research projects and is part of an inclusive community focused on educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Must complete all PhD requirements prior to employment.
• Previous postdoctoral research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a new laboratory course in molecular biotechnology.
• Teach sections of an existing course on recombinant DNA.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching ability

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicant required documents: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and Contact Information for three (3) Professional references.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG191488PD

Position Number

Position Number 00109695

Position Type

Position Type Post Doc

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Departmental Information

Department ID

Department ID 118601 - Biotechnology Teaching

Department

Department 118601 - Biotechnology Teaching

Job City & State

Position Information

Position Overview

Developing and implementing a new laboratory course in a cutting-edge area of molecular biotechnology in the fellow’s area of expertise. Teaching sections at the graduate and undergraduate levels of an existing course that covers the manipulation and expression of recombinant DNA .

Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include teaching sections at the graduate and undergraduate levels of an existing course that explores manipulation and expression of recombinant DNA and developing and implementing a new laboratory course in a cutting-edge area of molecular biotechnology in the fellow’s area of expertise. There are opportunities for mentoring of undergraduate students in authentic research projects and discipline-based education research ( DBER ) studies.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday / 8am - 5pm

Department Required Skills

• Ph.D. in molecular biology or a related field. Candidate must complete all PhD requirements prior to employment.
• Successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and teaching ability.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Previous postdoctoral research experience.

Required License or Certification

NA

Valid NC Driver's License required?

Valid NC Driver's License required? No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $56,000 - $60,000

If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU Website
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  • Monster.com
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  • Other Online Job Board
  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • HERC
  • Professional Journal
  • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
  • Professional Organization
  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
  • NCSU Employee Referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
  • Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have postdoctoral experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have, or will you have earned by the start date, a relevant PhD awarded no more than five (5) years from the initial date of the Postdoc appointment?
  • Yes
  • No
Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information for References
• Brief Statement of Teaching Philosophy and Research Interests
Optional Documents

NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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