Adjunct Teaching - Biology - BIO 470: History and Philosophy of Biology

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

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About The Position

Teach undergraduate course BIO 470: History and Philosophy of Biology
Contributing to the intellectual life of the department through mentoring, curriculum development, and service
Supporting the university’s mission and engaging constructively with students from diverse backgrounds
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education .
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Philosophy of Science, History and Philosophy of Science, Bioethics, or a related discipline. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching and student engagement
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter outlining your teaching interests and qualifications
• Mission Alignment Statement
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., syllabi, evaluations)
• Contact information for three references
• This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in interdisciplinary approaches to biology and ethics
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate course BIO 470: History and Philosophy of Biology
• Contributing to the intellectual life of the department through mentoring, curriculum development, and service
• Supporting the university’s mission and engaging constructively with students from diverse backgrounds

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees