Instructor or Assistant Professor of Biology
Northern State University
Aberdeen, SD
Job posting number: #7294705
Posted: December 5, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Posting TextNorthern State University seeks one full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor or Instructor of Biology (Anatomy & Physiology) with the start date of August 2025.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess a Master’s (Instructor) or Ph.D. (tenure-track Assistant Professor) in Biology or a closely related field. ABD candidates with a definite completion date prior to August 2025 will be considered.
The successful candidate will possess:
* A commitment to excellence in undergraduate education.
* Enthusiasm for engaging with a diverse range of students, staff, and faculty.
* Willingness to teach both face-to-face and online courses.
* Strong interpersonal skills with a genuine enthusiasm for collegiality and collaboration.
* Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
* Teaching experience is desired, particularly the ability to teach Human Anatomy and Physiology.
* Experience working with human cadavers is preferred.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to:
* Design and teach undergraduate Anatomy & Physiology courses utilizing human cadavers, along with other courses tailored to the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs.
* If tenure-track, develop a research program that sparks student interest and participation.
* Participate in service activities including supporting student recruitment and retention efforts