Assistant Professor of Biology

Overview

Touro University's New York School of Career and Applied Studies is looking for applicants to join our Manhattan campus faculty. The undergraduate Biology Department offers courses toward our B.S. in Biology, which includes the Medical Honors Pathway, Dental Honors Pathway, and the fast track PharmD degree. The Department also teaches classes within the AAS in Nursing, Medical Assistant, and Medical Imaging programs. The professor would be required to teach at least four undergraduate classes per semester which may range from Principles of Biology to advanced electives, lectures, and labs.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Professor of Biology will be responsible for a wide range of activities including but not limited to the following:

• Teach a range of up to four courses per semester using varied modalities including in-person traditional classes, asynchronous online classes, and synchronous, remote classes via zoom. Additional classes may be available for extra compensation.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, handouts, hands-on activities, and projects.
• Be prompt and accurate in the recording and reporting of student data. Support students’ learning goals by considering the needs and abilities of the students, becoming familiar with academic and social support provided by the university, and provide academic advisement.
• Contribute to academic life on campus by serving on college committees and participating in student recruitment activities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development toward an understanding of advances and developments in the field as well as the teaching profession.
• Contribute to the department’s efforts to continually develop and update curriculum.
• Support and develop new initiatives for the department.
• Build and maintain a laboratory-based research project that involves several undergraduate students per semester.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Ph.D. in Biology or related field.
• At least 3 years teaching experience at college level.
• Record of research experience and research publications.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication
• Interpersonal competencies including diplomacy, professionalism, judgement, and discretion, as well as the ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty, and colleagues.
• Proficiency in Canvas, Zoom, and the Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

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