Biology

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Cloquet, MN

About The Position

The Successful candidate sill: Develop the Biomedical Research Institute and serve as the Institute's first director at FDLTCC which is funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in collaboration with the University of Minnesota Duluth as part of the BRE-SPAD grant awarded to UMD. Oversee the development of course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) at FDLTCC along with biology and chemistry faculty at FDLTCC and UMD. Establish at least one (1) new CUREs experience each year of the grant. Work to create and support a two-way flow of student experiences between FDLTCC and UMD. Facilitate student experiences each summer of the grant on both campuses. Actively participate in the Research Interest Groups (RIGs) established between FDLTCC and UMD designed as an incubator for research collaboration between the Institutions. Develop at least one seed grant application each year through the RIGs. The director will work with the FDLTCC grants office and the UMD Sponsored Programs office to ensure grant reporting is done in a timely manner. Annual reports and communication with UMD-SPA will be prioritized. Be available to teach a variety of lower division biology courses, both lecture and lab, including General Biology, Microbiology, and other related courses. Participate in institutional planning and student success initiatives. Be able to teach using a variety of delivery methodologies ranging from in-person to online to hybrid/blended courses and including the use of learning management systems. Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively in a multidimensional campus community, with a special focus on American Indian students as well as students with a broad range of skill levels. Exhibit a strong commitment to supporting diverse students through instruction, active participation in campus activities, and other college and state system-level initiatives.

Requirements

Master's degree with a major in Biology or Master's degree in any discipline/field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in biology.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in Biology, Microbiology, or a related field.
Postdoctoral fellowship work related to biology or biomedical research.
Experience recruiting and mentoring students interested in STEM fields
Experience with working with grants and meeting grant outcomes and protocols.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a student population encompassing a broad range of skill levels.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, including committee work.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop the Biomedical Research Institute and serve as the Institute's first director at FDLTCC
Oversee the development of course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) at FDLTCC along with biology and chemistry faculty at FDLTCC and UMD
Establish at least one (1) new CUREs experience each year of the grant
Work to create and support a two-way flow of student experiences between FDLTCC and UMD
Facilitate student experiences each summer of the grant on both campuses
Actively participate in the Research Interest Groups (RIGs) established between FDLTCC and UMD designed as an incubator for research collaboration between the Institutions
Develop at least one seed grant application each year through the RIGs
Work with the FDLTCC grants office and the UMD Sponsored Programs office to ensure grant reporting is done in a timely manner
Be available to teach a variety of lower division biology courses, both lecture and lab, including General Biology, Microbiology, and other related courses
Participate in institutional planning and student success initiatives
Be able to teach using a variety of delivery methodologies ranging from in-person to online to hybrid/blended courses and including the use of learning management systems
Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively in a multidimensional campus community, with a special focus on American Indian students as well as students with a broad range of skill levels
Exhibit a strong commitment to supporting diverse students through instruction, active participation in campus activities, and other college and state system-level initiatives

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development
a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents