F0132 Temporary InstructorLecturer Biology

Title: F0132 TEMPORARY INSTRUCTOR/LECTURER - BIOLOGY

State Role Title:Faculty-Teaching/Research

Hiring Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location:Norfolk State University

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Biology at Norfolk State University invites applications for a one-year term faculty position with the option for ongoing annual renewal at the rank of Instructor/Lecturer. We seek candidates who excel at teaching introductory level Anatomy & Physiology lectures and laboratories for pre-health majors. Successful candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence serving as a champion for the biology program through positive interaction with prospective students other NSU departments and the public.
The department offers a diversity of academic paths that are outlined in three curriculum models each of which leads to a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Applicants are encouraged to visit for more information on the Department of Biology.
NSU Teaching Philosophy for Underrepresented Populations:
Norfolk State University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background. Candidates must include a statement that reflects their philosophy and experience working with initiatives or with students and communities from underrepresented populations.

City of Norfolk:
The home of the largest naval base in the world Norfolk is one of seven cities that make up what is referred to as the Hampton Roads Region an area that includes Virginia Beach and Colonial Williamsburg. Norfolk has big city amenities and attractions historic and arts and cultural venues and cuisines of the eastern seaboard. There are numerous parks riverfronts lakes festivals and beaches: all favorable for weekend getaways and an easy commute to NSU.

About Norfolk State University:
Norfolk State University is a Historically Black University located in the city of Norfolk Virginia. The Norfolk State campus enrollment is approximately 6000 students and the campus has a rich tradition of undergraduate teaching and research.

EEO STATEMENT:
NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants without regard to age color disability gender national origin political affiliation genetic information race religion sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities women individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

1. MS or Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field with expertise in Anatomy & Physiology.
2. Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with students from diverse backgrounds.
   

Additional Considerations

1. Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with faculty within and across departments.
2. Demonstrated ability to coordinate courses and laboratories with faculty and support staff.
   

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginias Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only) must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or resumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include: criminal history including sexual offender registry checks reference checks degree validation DMV (driving) records license verification and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to university employing officials. As a finalist you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-Verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Contact Information

Name: Norfolk State University

Phone:

Email: Emailed material not accepted

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.