Undergrad Biology Instructor - Student-Centered Teaching

Florida Gulf Coast University; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks an Instructor of Biology to teach lower-level undergraduate biology courses, including those supporting pre-nursing. The role involves course/curriculum development, professional development for teaching, and participation in College and University committees.

Faculty duties may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within the region. The department offers diverse research opportunities and emphasizes active-learning and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or closely related area with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Demonstrated potential for or a record of teaching undergraduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per semester of lower-level undergraduate biology courses.
• Prepare and deliver course content including syllabi and assessments.
• Maintain office hours and communicate with students and colleagues.
• Participate in departmental and university meetings and curriculum development.
• Utilize the university LMS and campus-wide technologies to support teaching.

Skills

Teaching

Collaboration

Student-centered

Communication

Education

Master's in Biology

18 graduate credit hours

PhD (preferred)

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks an Instructor of Biology to teach lower-level undergraduate biology courses, including those supporting pre-nursing. The role involves course/curriculum development, professional development for teaching, and participation in College and University committees.

Faculty duties may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within the region. The department offers diverse research opportunities and emphasizes active-learning and community engagement.