Assistant/Associate Professor Teaching (Lambuth Campus)

Posting Number FAE1839

Advertised Title Assistant/Associate Professor Teaching (Lambuth Campus)

Campus Location Lambuth Campus (Jackson, TN)

Position Number 016533

Category Full-Time Faculty

Department Biology

Position Summary

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Memphis-Lambuth invites applications for two non-tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professors of Teaching positions, beginning in Spring 2025. We are seeking one candidate specializing in cell/molecular biology and another specializing in microbiology. The successful candidate for the cell/molecular biology position will be expected to teach core courses in cell biology, genetics (lecture and lab), and other related undergraduate electives. The successful candidate for the microbiology position will be expected to teach microbiology and other related undergraduate electives, including microbiology labs. For both positions, a demonstrated ability to integrate innovative pedagogical methods is highly desirable. These are one-year, non-tenure-track appointments, renewable annually for up to three years. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in an appropriate biological discipline. Prior teaching experience at the college level in the relevant fields is preferred. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024.

The application process is online at: https://workforum.memphis.edu

The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to the position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class.

Minimum Position Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. and experience in teaching at the college level.

Special Conditions

This position is located at the Lambuth Campus in Jackson, TN.

Two positions will be hired from this posting.

Posting Date 10/04/2024

Closing Date 10/18/2024

Open Until Screening Begins No

Hiring Range $62,000- $72,000 per year

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant must submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Teaching Philosophy

4. List of Reference Providers

Instructions to Applicant regarding references

Applicants, please have your referees upload their letters of reference

electronically.

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

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