The Converse University Department of Natural Sciences invites applicants for a non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology to begin August, 2024. The individual appointed will be responsible for introductory-level biology classes for science majors and for general education students. Depending on the candidate's interest and college needs, the successful candidate may offer additional courses. Preferred qualifications are a Ph.D. in biology with teaching experience. Minimum qualifications include an M.S. in biology. Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Teach and prepare lecture and laboratory sections of assigned courses, including preparation of laboratory materials and classroom activities.
2. Course load is 24 teaching hours per academic year. An instructor receives 3 teaching hours for a lecture class, 2 hours for a lab class, and 5 hours for a lecture/lab class.
3. Provide students with timely evaluation of their performance in classes.
4. Maintain current understanding of appropriate fields of science, technology, and pedagogy and incorporate them into teaching, as appropriate.
5. Attend departmental meetings and serve the department as needed.
6. Follow the proper procedures for requisitioning textbooks, instructional supplies, expendable supplies, and travel requisitions and reports.
7. Follow the approved academic calendar and exam schedules.
8. Other duties may be assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

1. Ph.D. or ABD in biology
2. Experience in teaching and developing introductory courses for students interested in science for general education and for science majors.
3. Ability to teach additional coursework that complements current departmental expertise and fulfills both departmental and institutional needs.

To apply

Applicants should complete the online application at www.converse.edu/employment.

Applicants should also submit the following to doug.jensen@converse.edu

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Three confidential letters of recommendation
3. Transcripts, both undergraduate and graduate. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial review; official copies are required for employment.
4. Statement of teaching philosophy and approaches

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Complete applications submitted by June 20, 2024 will receive full consideration.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Converse University believes that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.