Assistant Professor of Biology
Assistant Professor of Biology
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$ 75000 - 77500
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Job Description
Number of Vacancies: 1
Area of Consideration: Open to the public
Position Status: FullTime Regular
Pay Plan Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience
Salary Range: $75000$77500
Closing Date:TBD
Location: 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW
Brief Description of Duties
The Biology Program is part of the Division of Sciences and Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). It is one of the most vibrant programs at UDC offering undergraduate and graduate students an array of opportunities in research and experiential learning. The Masters Degree Program in Cancer Biology Prevention and Control is a signature program which partners with Georgetown University to give students a diverse and rich research experience. Overall the Biology Program exemplifies experiential learning and embodies the belief that the role of faculty is that of mentor and coach who customizes curricula that are generally researchbased flexible and relevant to the needs of students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching some combination of introductory courses and upperlevel biology courses;
- Developing new courses and programs based on current trends and student career interests;
- Conducting research activities in their specified area of expertise and publishing in peer reviewed scientific journals;
- Advising undergraduate and masters level students;
- Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students as they conduct research;
- Contributing to advancement of the program department college and UDC through research academic development and grant acquisition; and
- Collaborating with colleagues within and across discipline to help achieve the mission and goals of the Biology Program the Department the College of Arts and Sciences and UDC.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Earned doctorate in Biology or related discipline such as Biochemistry Biotechnology Botany Cell Biology Genomic Immunology Microbiology Molecular Biology Neurobiology Parasitology Physiology Zoology or related area from an accredited institution and evidence of
- Three five years of postdoctoral research experience
- Participation in professional conferences and associations and willingness to engage students in such activities
- Ability to teach a number of core and concentration undergraduate courses in biology;
- Effective and appropriate use of instructional technology
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
- A minimum of five years of research and teaching experience in postsecondary/higher education setting
- Demonstrated innovative approach to teaching and a willingness to continuously update teaching and learning strategies with new advancements in technology
- Mentored students conducting undergraduate or graduate research and presenting their research at national conferences and publishing in peer reviewed journals
- Knowledge of current national initiatives changes and emerging trends in STEM education
- Evidence of having secured research funding from private Federal or state sources
Information to Applicant
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by National Education Association (NEA) and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.
Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia s retirement plan (TIAACREF).
Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation family responsibilities matriculation physical handicap or political affiliation.
Notice of NonDiscrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977 as amended D.C. Official Code Section 21401.01 et. seq. (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation gender identity or expression familial status family responsibilities matriculation political affiliation genetic information disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.
Residency Preference: The Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1988 D.C. Law 7203 created a system in which provides that any applicant for employment in the Career or Educational Services who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia may claim a residency reference at the time of application. An applicant selected for an appointment based on District residency will be required to submit no less than eight 8 proofs of bona fide District residency. Bona fide District residency must be maintained from the date of appointment to the position for seven 7 consecutive years. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7 year period will result in forfeiture of employment.
DrugFree Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the DrugFree Workplace Act of 1988 the individual selected to fill this position will as a condition of employment be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor in writing not later than five 5 days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.
Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a satisfactory backgroundinvestigation is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.
Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.
Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia Office of Human Resources Only.
Contact Information:All inquiriesrelated to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at(.
The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the Universitys EO Policy Statement please visit: opportunity/.
Employment Type
Full Time
