Part-time Lecturer Programming and Biological Science Courses for the Bioinformatics Graduate Program Toronto
Part-time Lecturer Programming and Biological Science Courses for the Bioinformatics Graduate Program Toronto
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About the Opportunity
Individuals are sought to teach graduate courses in science and technology relevant to the bioinformatics field. Courses include primarily biological science courses with minor algorithmic components and primarily programming courses with a focus on bioinformatics methods. Such graduate courses seek experienced bioinformatics biotech and data science professionals with a desire to teach for the Bioinformatics Professional Science Masters (PSM) Program depending upon the programs needs and enrollment.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include the following: review and learn key teaching points within existing instructor guides; be willing to support highquality teaching and standards through preparation of lectures based on course materials provided; facilitate rich respectful debates and discussions in an inperson or online class; provide timely review and grading of assignments with appropriate coaching and feedback to the students; consistently connect with students and their performance; contribute to the programs curriculum development efforts; and adhere to Northeasterns policies.
Parttime instructors work under the direction of the director with support from a faculty lead and will hold office hours as appropriate.
Qualifications:
PhD in bioinformatics biology or a closely related field. Experience with the application of computational methods to biological problems. Either prior experience in teaching or more than 3 years of experience in courserelevant industry or academic work is required. Proven platform skills required as in an open supportive personal style willing to receive assistance and coaching when needed from the faculty lead.
Prior experience in a diverse higher education institution preferred. Knowledge of Python and/or R programming languages is strongly recommended.
Documents to submit:
CV/resume
cover letter
3 references provide name title company phone email relationship (e.g. my current supervisor)
Position Type
AcademicAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Employment Type
Part-Time
