Assistant Teaching Professor- Biology - (02052.914)
Assistant Teaching Professor- Biology - (02052.914)
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Job Description
We are currently seeking a Human Anatomy and Physiology instructor with demonstrated excellence in teaching and a commitment to scholarship. This posting is for a 2-year Limited Term Contract (LTC) as a Teaching Assistant Professor (80% teaching 20% service). Teaching faculty members teach lecture labs and/or seminars totaling 8 course-equivalents/year. Most years this means having 12-15 contact hours per week (e.g. 6-9 hours of lecture 3-6 hours in lab) with our students each semester. Though not a requirement of the position teaching faculty members do have the opportunity to supervise research students and conduct independent research. This candidate will contribute to the core themes of the Department Faculty and University.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The selected candidate will be responsible for facilitating student learning by delivering courses that are part of the Biological Sciences but cater to students interested in pursuing Medicine Nursing Respiratory Therapy and Allied Health Sciences programs like Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy. Candidates with experiences teaching these populations are especially desirable. Candidates will:
- Teach existing courses that span the areas of human biology physiology anatomy human nutrition human health physiology medical physiology and human health.
- Expand upon current laboratory-related courses focusing on human biology health and disease.
- Contribute significantly to the Departments strategic goals and ensure congruence amongst initiatives.
Requirements
Successful candidates will have relevant training in Physiology Anatomy Medical Sciences Rehabilitation Sciences Human Nutrition Human Health Sciences Human Pathophysiology and/or Human Health Bioinformatics with substantial teaching and/or research experience in these areas. Previous experience in course development and coordination will be viewed very favourably. Demonstrated excellence in oral written and interpersonal communication will also be viewed as very desirable characteristics of applicants.
SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENTS
- Ph.D. in the related discipline from a recognized University /Institution at the time of appointment
- A minimum of one year actively involved in teaching and other scholarly activities at the University level.
- Demonstrated scholarly activity - Publications/presentations/research and a combination of teaching /research and/or industry experience
- Demonstrated theoretical and professional knowledge of the discipline.
- Demonstrated competence with relevant course content.
- Sound knowledge and demonstrated application of best teaching practices.
Employment Type
Full Time
