Part Time Lecturer Pool - Biological Sciences
About The Position
The Biology Department at SJSU grants BA, BS, MA and MS degrees. More details about the department can be found at https://www.sjsu.edu/biology/. We invite applications for a pool of part-time lecturers, should an opening arise, to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biology and related fields. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. The pool will remain in place for two calendar years; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply. We are seeking outstanding lecturers who can teach small to large lecture courses as well as seminars, discussions, or laboratories. Teaching areas include anatomy, botany, ecology, evolution, genetics, insect biology, marine biology, microbiology, molecular biology, and physiology. Excellence in teaching is expected. Positions start at the beginning of a semester and appointments may be renewed based on department need, funding, and performance. Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity-including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation-through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement. Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS). All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).
Requirements
- Ph.D. in biology or related fields or equivalent is strongly recommended, although an M.S. in biology with teaching experience would also be considered for selected courses.
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Commitment to student learning and team performance
- Applicants should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biology and related fields
- Teach small to large lecture courses as well as seminars, discussions, or laboratories
- Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity-including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation-through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.
- Organize all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
- Offer and meet all classes as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
