Lecturer, Biochemistry & Cellular and Molecular Biology, Fall 2024 Location:
Knoxville, TN
Open Date:
May 29, 2024
Description: The Department of Biochemistry & Cellular and Molecular Biology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville invites applications for a non-tenure track, full-time, 9-month position of Lecturer. The primary responsibilities of this position are to teach core undergraduate classes for majors and non-majors: BCMB 230 a large introductory course and laboratory on human physiology (Spring and Fall). The position will supervise GTAs assigned to the course. Summer teaching is an option for additional pay. The Department offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Biochemistry & Cellular and Molecular Biology, providing a first-rate environment for engaging students and colleagues in collaborative research and teaching efforts. Both departments promote active learning and evidence-based teaching and learning approaches from their instructors. For more information about the department, visit our website at bcmb .utk.edu. Qualifications: Minimal qualifications: 1) a Ph.D. in the area of Human Physiology with significant graduate coursework in these disciplines; 2) teaching experience in biology; and 3) a demonstrated interest in teaching and in implementing evidence-based best education practices for student success.
Preferred qualifications include the above, plus: 1) experience teaching large introductory lecture courses with laboratory; 2) experience with the development of a laboratory course; and 3) experience supervising and mentoring graduate teaching assistants.
The department is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants. Applicants should have their Ph.D. at time of application. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Expected start date is August 1, 2024. The position is renewable on a yearly basis, with the opportunity for promotion after 5 years. The University of Tennessee and its hometown, the city of Knoxville, are dynamic and growing communities located close to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and many other natural areas.
Application Instructions: To apply, send a cover letter addressing the qualifications stated above, a CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, and names and contact information for three professional references to Electronic applications in the form of a single pdf file are preferred. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Gladys Alexandre at . Review of applications will begin June 12, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Tennessee Knoxville is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
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