Instructor - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Description

The Department of Biomedical Sciences, Division of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine seeks applicants for an Instructor Position. The position is a term, 100 percent, nontenure-track appointment. The purpose of this position is to provide high-quality instruction in genetics and biochemistry to first-year medical students; facilitate problem-based and small-group learning; support students individually and in groups as they learn genetics and biochemistry; and contribute to the educational mission of the SIU School of Medicine.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates, by actions, commitment to the mission and the behavioral standards of SIU School of Medicine. Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers through collaboration and partnership; compassion and respect; integrity and accountability; diversity and inclusion; as well as continuous learning and improvement.
I. TEACHING (90%)
a. Teach genetics and biochemistry in the first-year medical curriculum through lectures, active-learning sessions, case-based activities, workshops, review sessions, and assessment activities.
b. Facilitate problem-based learning and other small-group sessions for first-year medical students.
c. Meet with first-year medical students individually and in groups to help them understand, apply, and integrate genetics and biochemistry concepts; provide feedback, tutoring, and remediation support as needed.
d. Develop and revise learning objectives, instructional materials, cases, formative and summative assessments, and student learning resources in collaboration with course/unit directors and other faculty in accordance with best practices in education and LCME accreditation standards.
e. Other duties as assigned.
II. SERVICE (10%)
a. This position has no clinical/patient-care responsibilities.
b. Serve as a faculty advisor to a small group of first-year medical students as assigned.
c. Participate in departmental and SIU SOM committees, which may include curriculum and assessment meetings, student support activities, and other committee service.
d. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Supplemental Information

SIU School of Medicine (SOM) has its chief administrative unit and main campus in Springfield, IL, but has facilities and programs at multiple sites throughout central and southern Illinois. The SOM Carbondale campus is home to the Department of Biomedical Sciences, which houses the divisions of Anatomy and Neurobiology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Molecular and Integrative Physiology. The department offers a growing and interactive research environment with collaborative possibilities throughout the School of Medicine and with other departments on the SIU Carbondale campus. For further information on SIU School of Medicine and the Department of Biomedical Sciences, visit https://www.siumed.edu/biomedical-sciences.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200 undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran. The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.

Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.

Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, and Employee Assistance Program.