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Visiting Instructor, Biology

Wingate University
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Alton, NC, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves teaching 200-level Anatomy and Physiology courses for allied health and pre-professional track majors, with potential responsibilities in introductory cellular biology courses.
  • Candidates must have a commitment to serving diverse student populations and demonstrate effective communication and leadership qualities.
  • The teaching load consists of a 5/5 schedule, equating to 15 contact hours per semester.
  • An M.S. in Biology, Physiology, or a related field is required, with a Ph.D. preferred and previous university-level teaching experience being advantageous.
  • The salary for this position is not specified, but candidates should expect to fulfill duties aligned with the university's mission and enhance student learning outcomes.

Duties/Responsibilities:

●     Teaching responsibilities include lecture and laboratories for 200-level Anatomy and Physiology courses designed for allied health / pre-professional track majors (e.g., Exercise Science, Pre-PT, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Pharmacy), and possibly lecture and laboratories for introductory cellular biology courses designed for both BIO and allied health / pre-professional track majors. Other teaching responsibilities will depend on the candidate’s area of expertise and departmental needs.

●     Teaching load consists of a 5/5 schedule, or 15 contact hours a semester.

●     Use of best practices in curriculum development and assessment, including the implementation of

student-centered and evidence-based teaching practices.

●     Regular, predictable attendance on campus.

●     Alignment with the University's mission, vision, and strategic roadmap.

●     Other job duties/responsibilities may be assigned.

●     Search/create opportunities to enhance student learning outcomes and experiential learning (e.g., coordinating with Wingate’s Health Graduate Programs)

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

●     A commitment to serving diverse, first-generation, non-traditional, and socio-economically challenged students.

●     A willingness to work individually and in groups to support success in matriculation and persistence in the program.

●     Honest and transparent communication

●     Qualities of service leadership and a growth mindset

 

Education and Experience:

●        M.S. in Biology, Physiology, or a closely related field. Ph.D. preferred.

●        Teaching experience, especially university-level research methods, is preferred.

●        Experience developing active learning strategies is preferred.




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