Biology, Full-Time, Temporary, Non-Tenure Track, Visiting Assistant Professor
Company: UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA
Location: Edmond
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DetailsJob LocationMain Campus - Edmond, OKPosition
TypeFacultyBiology Visiting Assistant ProfessorPosition
Overview:Visiting faculty are employed by the university to teach
or perform research for a limited time. This is a non-tenure track,
temporary position. Service or research may be expected. Teaches,
advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and
maintains department and student records in accordance with
university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the
university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and
professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate
specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and
university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports
as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or
creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy
in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook.College/Department
Overview:The College of Mathematics and Science currently has 135
full-time and over 70 part-time faculty in 7 academic departments.
The College serves more than 3,300 undergraduate students in 27
majors and provides graduate programs in Biology, Applied
Mathematical Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science,
Computational Science, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering
Physics, and Nursing. Accreditation/Certification is held by ABET,
the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the American
Board of Funeral Service Education, and the American Chemical
Society. UCO is an institutional member of the Council on
Undergraduate Research. For further information see our website at
http://www.uco.edu/cms.Department Specific Essential Job
Functions:The Biology Department has a strong commitment to
undergraduate and graduate education through transformative
learning and research. The department is seeking a one year
Visiting Assistant Professor in Biology who is committed to
excellence in teaching and collaborative student-centered research.
Primary areas of teaching responsibility include Biology for
Majors: Principles, Cell Biology, Physiology, and Genetics. Duties
include teaching day/evening undergraduate Biology courses,
scholarly activities, and service to the department, college, and
university appropriate to rank and
appointment.QualificationsExperience/Education Required:An earned
Ph.D. in Biology or related field from a regionally accredited or
internationally recognized institution is required. (Exceptions
require Academic Affairs approval).Teaching, research,
departmental/school and university service is expected. Possesses
excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational
skills.Experience/Education Preferred:Experience teaching and
directing research at the undergraduate level
preferred.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Ability to work cooperatively
with other faculty and staff. Reports to the Chair of the
Department and the Dean of the College. Physical Demands:Reasonable
accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made,
upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
essential functions.
Keywords: UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA, Edmond , Biology, Full-Time, Temporary, Non-Tenure Track, Visiting Assistant Professor, Education / Teaching , Edmond, Oklahoma
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