Teaching Faculty

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biochemistry seeks to hire Teaching Faculty. This is an appointment to provide direct instruction, curricular development, and coordination of the teaching team for the operation of the Biochemistry Teaching Laboratory and the capstone course for juniors and seniors Biochemistry 551 (Biochemical Methods) fall and spring semesters, to teach a lab course without pre-requisites for freshmen and sophomores (Biochemistry 207), to lead one or more sections of Biochemistry 100 (Freshman seminar) fall and spring semesters, and to contribute to our summer-session teaching. The main priorities for this position are: 1.) Instructor of record for Biochem 551 (50%) The lead contact point for undergraduate students and graduate-level teaching assistants Liaison to faculty and other academic staff involved in the content development and delivery of Biochemistry 551 Supervisor of 1-3 undergraduate workers and limited term employees who help in the preparation of Biochemistry 551 and the upkeep of the Biochemistry Teaching Laboratory Biochemistry 551 currently enrolls roughly 65-90 undergraduate students per semester. Specific responsibilities include providing guidance in laboratory sections, coordination of 6-8 graduate student teaching assistants, participation in the design and delivery of lectures, developing and testing new laboratory exercises, and participation in the grading of required course problem sets, oral presentations, laboratory exercises, and written examinations as well as recruitment, coordination and training of 6-8 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows who oversee undergraduate student-led seminar groups in which the primary scientific literature in biochemistry is discussed. 2.) Biochemistry 100 (Freshman Seminar) (10%) Lead one or more sections of this one-credit course that meets for one 50-minute class period each week. The goal of the course is to introduce students to the biochemistry major and the career opportunities for biochemistry majors and to welcome students into the biochemistry department community. Specific responsibilities include designing and delivering course activities, coordinating guest speakers and panels, and grading student work. 3.) Summer-session teaching (20%) The individual in this 12-month position will be expected to participate in teaching in one of the summer sessions (UW-Madison has several 4-week and one 8-week summer sessions). This could include developing a study-abroad course. 4.) Biochemistry 207 (20%) A lab course without pre-requisites for freshmen and sophomores to introduce them to biochemical research.

Requirements

Knowledge of the molecular basis of biological processes.
Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based, effective science-based teaching methodologies and curriculum development strategies.
Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular, Biology, Chemistry, or related field required.
Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
Cover letter (required) – Address each of the required and preferred qualifications as related to your work experience.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.

Nice To Haves

The ability to master the range of software required for large-enrollment courses (ex: Canvas or other similar programs).
Prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading
Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance
Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy
Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
Instructor of record for Biochem 551 (50%)
Lead contact point for undergraduate students and graduate-level teaching assistants
Liaison to faculty and other academic staff involved in the content development and delivery of Biochemistry 551
Supervisor of 1-3 undergraduate workers and limited term employees who help in the preparation of Biochemistry 551 and the upkeep of the Biochemistry Teaching Laboratory
Providing guidance in laboratory sections, coordination of 6-8 graduate student teaching assistants, participation in the design and delivery of lectures, developing and testing new laboratory exercises, and participation in the grading of required course problem sets, oral presentations, laboratory exercises, and written examinations
Recruitment, coordination and training of 6-8 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows who oversee undergraduate student-led seminar groups in which the primary scientific literature in biochemistry is discussed.
Biochemistry 100 (Freshman Seminar) (10%)
Designing and delivering course activities, coordinating guest speakers and panels, and grading student work.
Summer-session teaching (20%)
Participate in teaching in one of the summer sessions
Biochemistry 207 (20%)