Visiting Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Biology

Adams State University•Alamosa, CO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

We seek a broadly trained biologist to join an engaged and vibrant faculty committed to excellence in undergraduate education for a one-year visiting position. Primary responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory courses in human anatomy and physiology, animal physiology, nutrition, genetics, and/or microbiology. Faculty teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. With small class sizes, a diverse student population, and opportunities for one-on-one mentoring, our campus environment lends itself well to those who are interested in being a positive influence in the lives of students. Candidates hired at the Assistant Professor level may have the potential to move to a tenure-track position after 1-year.

Requirements

Ph.D. or M.S. in Biology with a background in anatomy and physiology.
ABD with expected completion date within 6 months of employment will be considered.
A Ph.D. (or ABD) is required for the Assistant Professor level; candidates with an M.S. will be considered for a Lecturer position.
Demonstrated knowledge of, sensitivity to, and ability to work effectively with the educational needs of individuals and groups with a diverse range of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities.
Experience with or knowledge of equitable and inclusive teaching practices.
Evidence of understanding how racial, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural factors impact the educational process.
Ability to treat others with respect, civility, and courtesy, and to work honestly, effectively, and collegially with university employees, students, and the community.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with historically under-served and/or underrepresented populations, and first-generation college students.
Ability or experience in the recruitment and/or retention of underrepresented students, including students of color.
Commitment to professional development, scholarship, and service to the university and community.
Demonstrated self-awareness of one's own cultural beliefs, perspectives, and privileges as a part of one's orientation towards teaching.
Demonstrated decision-making that is informed by research, data, and theory and that leverages students' unique cultures, experiences, and background as strengths.
Proficiency with physiology data collection software.
Experience with dissection of vertebrate animals and major organs.

Responsibilities

Teaching lecture and laboratory courses in human anatomy and physiology, animal physiology, nutrition, genetics, and/or microbiology.
Engaging in undergraduate laboratory instruction.
Mentoring students.
Contributing to professional development, scholarship, and service to the university and community (preferred).