Assistant or Associate Professor - Biology

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The Department of Biology at the University of the Cumberlands invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology position. We seek a dedicated and engaging educator who is passionate about undergraduate teaching, mentorship, and scholarship. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic and collaborative department that prepares students for graduate study and meaningful careers in biology and related fields with a focus on teaching Anatomy and Physiology courses. The Department of Biology values excellence in teaching, diverse perspectives, and service that makes a positive impact.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for teaching introductory biology courses, including but not limited to BIOL 243 Intro to Human Anatomy, BIOL 244 Human Physiology, BIOL 343 Human Anatomy, and BIOL 443 General Physiology
• Advise and mentor students in academic and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum design and departmental assessment.
• Serve Department and University committees.
• Maintain active engagement in scholarship and service within the field.

Job Requirements:  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in biology or closely related field with at least 18 hours of Biology coursework in Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Experience teaching college level biology courses, particularly Human Anatomy and Physiology 
• Experiencing using virtual lab software, such as Labster 
• Ongoing professional development 
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and student-centered learning that is supportive of all learners
• Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• PhD in Biology or doctoral degree in a closely related field 
• Experience in developing online courses in Biology 
• Experience with a variety of pedagogical and technological educational delivery methods 

Compensation: Commensurate with expertise and experience 

Benefits: Yes

Job Type: Faculty 

Job Location: Williamsburg, KY 

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