Assistant Professor in Life Sciences

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States City Colleges of Chicago Full time
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR – LIFE SCIENCES

CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO
City Colleges of Chicago is actively seeking a Full-Time Assistant Professor in the field of Life Sciences.

If you are passionate about education and dedicated to the mission of community colleges, we invite you to consider joining our esteemed faculty.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the educational environment, demonstrating effective teaching methodologies that cater to a diverse student body and encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

We are particularly interested in candidates qualified to instruct in Microbiology.

City Colleges of Chicago is committed to providing accessible education in liberal arts and health sciences, fostering both personal and professional growth.

To achieve this mission, we emphasize the following core values:
accountability, community, diversity, empowerment, learning, and respect.
Our institution offers exceptional educational opportunities and services to a diverse range of students in the Chicago area.

We strive to enhance knowledge, skills, and community engagement through a wide array of quality, affordable courses and programs, preparing students for success in a technologically advanced and interconnected global society.

We proactively work to eliminate barriers to education and address the underlying factors contributing to socioeconomic disparities and inequities in access and graduation rates.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Deliver courses that ensure the achievement of learning outcomes and encourage active student participation in their educational journey.

Utilize a variety of assessment methods to ensure that instructional practices lead to student learning and the attainment of course objectives.

Analyze educational data to enhance teaching effectiveness and model instructional strategies that support student success.
Provide timely instructional feedback and resources to assist students in achieving their academic, personal, and career aspirations while fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.

Create a dynamic learning atmosphere that stimulates intellectual curiosity and encourages students to engage in discipline-specific problem-solving.

Contribute to and take on leadership roles within the academic and professional communities of students, promoting collaboration and teamwork.

QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of 2 years of experience in an educational setting.

A Master's degree or higher in the Life Sciences field is required, with a preference for candidates holding a degree or graduate coursework in Microbiology from an accredited institution.

Familiarity with Brightspace Learning Management System or similar platforms is preferred.
Experience in online teaching (via platforms such as Zoom) and/or teaching certification is highly desirable.
Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, along with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse group of students and staff.

Experience working with a diverse, multilingual student population is preferred, reflecting a commitment to the open-access mission of community colleges.

When applying, please include your unofficial transcripts and a one-page teaching philosophy, along with any relevant scholarship work, publications, committee involvement, and other pertinent engagements.

WE OFFER:

A comprehensive health and welfare benefits package, along with long-term savings and investment options, including 403(b) & 457(b) plans and a pension plan through the State University Retirement System (SURS).

Generous vacation, holiday, personal, and sick leave, as well as tuition reimbursement. For a detailed overview of benefits, please refer to our benefits page.

City Colleges of Chicago has been recognized multiple times as a Promising Place to Work in Community Colleges, awarded by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, highlighting our commitment to excellence in teaching and leadership.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning and working environment, as well as providing meaningful community service and engagement opportunities.

All full-time employees are required to establish residency in Chicago within six months of hire.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for considering a career with City Colleges of Chicago.
This position is represented by Local 1600 Union.


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