Part Time Lecturer, Applied Bioinformatics (Cell & Gene Therapies Program)

About the Opportunity

Job Summary

We invite applications for Part-time Lecturer (PTL) positions at the graduate level. We seek a colleague with expertise in bioinformatics and computational genomics to teach BIOL 6216 Applied Bioinformatics for the Cell and Gene Therapy Masters Programs depending on program needs and enrollment. This course introduces foundational bioinformatics concepts computational techniques and programming skills essential for analyzing genomic and sequencing data particularly in the context of genetic modification and therapeutic genome editing.

Key Responsibilities

The Part-time Lecturer will review and learn key teaching points within existing instructor guides and materials prepare and deliver lectures demonstrations and hands-on exercises based on provided course content and facilitate in-person or online class discussions that encourage active learning and respectful debate. They will guide students through bioinformatics analyses in the context of genetic modification and therapeutic genome editing including sequencing data interpretation and computational workflows provide timely feedback grading and coaching to support student learning and maintain consistent engagement with students regarding their performance and progress; and adhering to Northeasterns policies.

Part-time instructors work under the direction of the program director and will hold office hours as appropriate

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics Computational Biology Genomics Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field and have at least three to five years of experience in bioinformatics preferably in a therapeutic or research setting. They should have demonstrated experience teaching or supporting graduate-level courses particularly in bioinformatics or genomic data analysis and possess strong programming skills in languages commonly used in bioinformatics such as Python and R. Candidates should also have experience with genomic data analysis tools and platforms including NGS pipelines RNA-seq or variant calling and a strong understanding of cell and gene therapy concepts and applications. Effective communication skills an open and supportive teaching style and prior experience in a diverse higher education environment are also highly desirable.

Documents to Submit

CV/resume

Cover letter

Statement of teaching experience

Three references (include name title company phone email and relationship e.g. current supervisor)

Position Type

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.

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.

Pay Range: