JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Molecular and Cell Biology within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a non-tenure-track faculty Visiting Assistant Professor position. This position is a 9-month appointment with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2025, and is based at the Storrs campus. The position is suitable for candidates with teaching experience who wish to pursue a career with an emphasis on undergraduate teaching, with continued growth in this direction.
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching some lecture sections of the general biology course, Principles of Biology 1 (BIOL 1107). Other teaching will involve courses from the 2000 sequence of Molecular and Cell Biology and writing-intensive courses focused on topics relevant to cell and molecular biology. Other responsibilities will include developing success and retention strategies for biology and MCB students, advising undergraduate students, and service to the Department and/or College as requested. Successful candidates will be expected to promote a sense of community for all students through the incorporation of interactive and inclusive teaching strategies. Use of methods that facilitate participation among members of underrepresented groups and integrate multicultural experiences into instruction and research will be essential. Experience facilitating participation among students of varying socioeconomic backgrounds and integrating a wide range of experiences into instruction and research will be essential.
The Department of Molecular & Cell Biology has a broad and interdisciplinary research program that offers courses at the cutting edge of a wide range of molecular biosciences.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and a member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in biochemistry, microbiology, or a related field by the start date.
- Experience teaching undergraduate lectures and laboratory courses.
- Demonstrated expertise in biochemistry and/or microbiology through undergraduate or graduate coursework.
- Demonstrated experience working with a diverse student body.
- Experience communicating clearly and effectively in oral and written formats.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience teaching large, core curriculum undergraduate-level courses as well as small format courses, both in-person and distance learning formats.
- Track record of developing and implementing inclusive, evidence-based teaching practices and experiential learning.
- Experience working with innovative methods designed to improve student success and retention. For example, problem-based and case-based or active learning strategies.
- Experience with course and curriculum development.
- Demonstrated record of effective teaching and advising students, as evidenced by positive feedback in student evaluations, successful guidance of students, or other documented outcomes.
- Experience teaching scientific writing, responsible conduct of research, or laboratory management.
- Experience in the design and guidance of undergraduate and graduate research projects.
- Evidence of integrating technology, such as learning management software, into instruction.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This position is a full-time, nine (9)-month non-tenure-track appointment, with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2025. This position may be annually renewable based on performance, funding, and needs of the Department and College for a maximum of 3 years, with the possibility of entering the Faculty In-Residence track at that point. The minimum salary will be $60,000 with possible flexibility depending on the candidate. Additional compensation can be earned through summer teaching.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to UConn Jobs at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs Search #499102 to upload the following additional application materials:
- Detailed curriculum vitae.
- Teaching statement, including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning for all students, plans to use evidence-based, inclusive teaching practices, and concepts for new course development.
- Recent teaching evaluations by students, if available.
- Letter of reference (or contact information) from three (3) professional referees.
Evaluations of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For more information regarding the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, please visit the Department's website at http://mcb.uconn.edu.
For further information, please contact Search Committee Chair Professor Adam Zweifach, adam.zweifach@uconn.edu, Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Connecticut, 91 North Eagleville Road, Unit 3125, Storrs, CT 06269-3125.
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