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Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Biological Sciences (24-25)

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Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed.

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Posting Details

Job ID: 136352

Rank: Instructor/Professional Lecturer

College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Science and Health

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The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for two 10-month non-tenure track faculty positions to begin July 1, 2024, with teaching responsibilities commencing in the Fall of 2024. The area of applicant specialization within Biology is open.

We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of effectiveness or potential as an instructor for a variety of courses and a commitment to continued development as an educator. Successful candidates will be passionate about engaging with motivated students from diverse backgrounds. Responsibilities will include teaching courses and lab sections for science majors, non-science majors, and graduate students. The specific courses will depend on the area of applicant specialization. Providing mentoring for course-based student research and working with the Center for Teaching and Learning for continued professional development are also a possibility for motivated individuals.

About the College

The College of Science and Health is the third largest college at DePaul, enrolling over 3,000 students. The college includes programs in biology, chemistry and biochemistry, environmental science and studies, health sciences, mathematics, neuroscience, nursing, occupational therapy, physics and astrophysics, psychology, and speech language pathology. The College of Science and Health provides high quality, personalized, and accessible science and health education to a diverse student body, grounded in the values of St. Vincent de Paul. Our teaching and research advance knowledge and service to society. The College is located on DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus.

About the University

With an overall enrollment of over 22,000 students, DePaul is the nation’s twelfth largest private non-profit university. While the university is large, the class size in the department typically does not exceed 40 students. We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of effectiveness or potential as an instructor for a variety of courses, and a demonstrated commitment to continued development as an educator.

DePaul University seeks applicants that reflect the diversity of its student body and the city of Chicago. Applicants who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to an inclusive climate are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas. Members of historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

  • A BS or BA degree in biology, or a closely related field
  • Either a Master’s or PhD in biology, or a closely related field
  • Preference will be given to applicants with college-level teaching experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with a diverse student groups
  • Experience teaching both in-person and online Biology courses
  • Experience mentoring students in teaching and/or research
Special Instructions to Applicants:

The full and complete application should contain the following information:

  1. Letter of application indicating interest in, and qualifications for, the position
  2. Curriculum vita
  3. Academic transcripts
  4. Diversity, equity, and inclusion philosophy statement
  5. Teaching philosophy statement
  6. Contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin May 10, 2024 and will continue until the positions are filled. Candidates will not be considered until all the above materials are received. Applications submitted by May 10, 2024, will receive priority consideration.

For further questions about this position, please contact Dr. Tim Sparkes, Biological Science Search Committee chair at tsparkes@depaul.edu.

Applicant Documents Cover Letter(1)
C.V.(1)
Transcript(1)
Diversity Statement(1)
Teaching Statement(1)
Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3)
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