Position: Assistant Professor or Visiting Professor of Biological Sciences (Genetics)
Department: College of Arts & Sciences
Status: Full Time
Position Summary:
The tenure track Assistant Professor or Visiting Professor of Biological Sciences (Genetics) will work in the Department of Biological Sciences within the College of Arts & Sciences. The Assistant Professor will have a 12-hr. teaching load each semester, determined by the Department Chair and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. This will generally be accomplished as a combination of four lecture and laboratory sections in courses including Genetics, Introductory Biology, Introduction to Scientific Research and Literature, Molecular Techniques, and/or additional courses in the employee’s areas of expertise.
Other responsibilities include academic advising, scholarly activity, and university service. Candidates must be committed to liberal arts education, support the Christian mission of the University, and be dedicated to excellence in undergraduate teaching, mentoring students, service, and scholarship.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide expertise for the department as the primary Geneticist and work with the department to shape the Department’s curricula
Ability to demonstrate quality teaching in face-to-face courses required but experience with online modality a plus
Service to the department in advisement, recruitment, and university committee assignment and other departmental shared priorities
Continued research, conference presentations, and publication in the specialty field are encouraged and expected
Ability to support the Christian Mission of Campbell University
Develop, implement, and assess curriculum, inclusive of departmental learning objectives for in-person instruction
Evaluate student work, administer tests, assignments and other exercises that permit measurement of knowledge, abilities, and/or performance relative to the course learning objectives
Support student accommodations outlined by Office of Student Success, Disability Services
Complete student record keeping in a timely and accurate manner, including grades and attendance
Follow guidelines for each course provided by department; use syllabi and policy templates; update and revise in collaboration with departmental colleagues
Post grades as required by Registrar following procedures and policies Administer final exams according to university guidelines
Maintain timely communications with students and staff at all times
Interact with students in a positive manner, listen effectively, field questions pertaining to subject matter
Participate in departmental, faculty and staff meetings as requested
Exercise independent judgment and maintain strict confidentiality
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times
Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX, and Information Security including FERPA, and other state and federal regulations
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned
Education/Experience:
Ph.D. in Genetics or a related field. ABD in final stages of completion considered
Demonstrated teaching experience at university level required
Experience in teaching General Biology and Genetics is preferred
Experience in leading student research in Genetics is preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively to colleagues outside of specialization and collaborate effectively
Strong computer skills and the ability to learn, utilize, or adapt to new and emerging technology
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and common methods of digital communication including web/text/chat platforms
Knowledge of Blackboard Ultra Learning Management System or ability to learn Blackboard
Ability to adapt to changing student needs
Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy and discretion in dealing with, faculty, staff, students, university officials and the public
Exercise independent judgement and maintain strict confidentiality as necessary
Ability to work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people
This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University
To Apply For This Position:
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