Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

Job Summary

The Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences welcomes applications for a 9-month non-tenure track faculty position in the biology program of the Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Non-Tenure track faculty typically teach 15 contact hours per semester (undergraduate) or 30 contact hours per academic year
• Faculty are expected to contribute to the program, department, University, and profession through appropriate service obligations, including the advising of students and committee service.
• Teach undergraduate biochemistry and introductory chemistry courses as assigned (including, but not restricted to, general biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry).
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Evaluate and grade students’ class/lab work, assignments, and papers.
• Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
• Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Assist department chair with continual program development.
• Participate in unit meetings and other university-wide activities/committees.
• Conduct research in their area of expertise and seek grant funding for projects.
• Other duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.