Assistant Professor of Instruction
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Job Description
The Department of Biology in the College of Science at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for multiple Academic Professional Track Assistant Professor of Instruction positions. In accordance with USCIS regulations successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The department is seeking qualified instructors with a passion for working with undergraduates to teach one or more of the following courses: Anatomy Physiology General Biology Nutrition Virology Immunology Microbiology and other courses as needed for both prehealth and Biology majors. Includes both introductory and upperlevel courses. Academic Professional Track faculty are welcomed and encouraged to participate in departmental committees and meetings although such service is not required. UTA provides extensive opportunities for pedagogical professional development. Academic Professional Track faculty are eligible to apply for faculty grants for research and travel and are encouraged to present their pedagogical research at educational conferences. UTA also provides a path to promotion for nontenure track faculty who excel in teaching. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing department of exceptional educators scholars and students and offers the potential to take a leadership role in developing innovative and studentcentered curricula.
Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Biology or a closely related field experience teaching large varied classes the ability to work collaboratively in a teamteaching arrangement enthusiasm for working with undergraduates and demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level utilizing active learning and innovative pedagogies.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates having at least two years of experience teaching universitylevel biology courses and those who are familiar with the Canvas learning management system and the design and instruction of hybrid and online courses. Prior experience teaching premed and other preclinical students is desired.
Employment Type
Full-Time
