Adjunct Instructors in Biology

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Adjunct Instructors in Biology

Category:

Faculty

Department:

Biological & Physical Sciences

Locations:

Worcester, MA

Posted:

Mar 14, 2022

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Part-time

Position ID:

143999

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About Assumption University:

Assumption University is a comprehensive, Catholic liberal arts institution sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an Assumption education transforms the minds and hearts of students. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented racial minorities to apply.

Assumption University is a private, Catholic university which offers its 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students a Catholic liberal education. The University is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, New England's second largest city that combines the warmth of a small town with the convenience of a thriving city.

Job Description:

The Department of Biological and Physical Sciences at Assumption University seeks to hire one to three part-time adjunct instructors for the fall 2022 semester. The department needs to staff one section of BIO110 Nutrition, one section of BIO210L: Genetics Laboratory, and one section of BIO250L: Microbiology Laboratory. BIO 110 Nutrition is an integrated lecture-laboratory course serving non-science majors in the core curriculum and is capped at 21 students. BIO210L and BIO250L are laboratories in courses for biology and nursing majors. The labs are capped at 20 students. Class meetings run from August 24 to December 10, which includes the final exam week.

* BIO110.03 Nutrition meets MWF 8:30-9:20

* BIO210L.01 Genetics Laboratory meets Th 8:30-11:30 am

* BIO250L.03 Microbiology Laboratory meets Th 8:30-11:30 am

Adjuncts are welcomed as important contributors to the department, to our students, and are provided with office space, email, voicemail, support for using our learning management system (Brightspace), and other resources needed for quality teaching. Successful candidates may have the possibility of teaching additional courses in subsequent semesters.

Requirements:

Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.

Applicants should have a PhD in Biology or a related field. ABD graduate students with prior teaching experience will also be considered.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vita, and the names and contact information for two references who can attest to the applicant's teaching experience and qualifications. In the cover letter, we invite candidates to describe their experiences working with a diverse student body. Finalists will also be asked to provide official transcripts of academic work from the highest degree-granting institution and two written letters of recommendation. Materials must be submitted online as MS Word documents or PDF files at the following website: www.assumption.edu/hr. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position(s) is filled. Appointments are contingent on course enrollments.

Company info

Assumption College
Website : http://www.assumption.edu