Cellular-Molecular Biology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

cellular-molecular biology - part-time lecturer pool

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work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: fullerton
categories: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, temporary, part time, faculty - natural sciences

position

the department of biological science at csu fullerton invites applications for its cellular-molecular biology part-time lecturer pool.

we welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student-centered to teach in the following subject areas:

• general biology (lecture or lab)
• introductory cell and molecular biology (lecture or lab)
• intermediate cell and molecular biology (lecture or lab)
• genetics
• advanced cell and molecular biology
• advances in biotechnology lab (lab and discussion)
• microbiology (lecture or lab)
• developmental biology
• stem cell biology
• cancer biology
• plant molecular biology (lecture and lab)

part-time appointment, usually to teach credit-bearing biology courses, in person, at the lower division level. Responsibility for a course will be vested in the lecturer, sometimes under the direct supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Teaching assignments may include multi-section coordinated courses, in which instructors must abide by all coordinated course policies, including the conditions contained in the general syllabi.

duties will include the following:

• providing classroom instruction.
• preparing course materials and administering assignments to students.
• administering examinations, grading student work and otherwise assessing student performance, and determining course grades.
• holding scheduled office hours.
• attending all weekly lab preparatory meetings.
• participating in all class field trips, if applicable.
• completing all necessary trainings.

this is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted once the positions are available.

appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

required qualifications

• a masters or phd degree in cellular and molecular biology or related field or equivalent experience.
• candidates should have prior teaching experience at the university level.
• candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.

the successful application will show strong evidence of:

• content knowledge of the various subject areas listed above
• spoken english communication skills
• professional presentation and demeanor

preferred qualifications

• preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• preference will be given to those with current and on-going full-time relevant professional experience.

how to apply

a complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

required materials at time of application:

• letter of interest or cover letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
• a list of three (3) references with contact information
• copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree
• summary of classes taught. (for each class taught: indicate the course catalog number, course title (per the catalog), term and year taught, and name of campus).
• inclusive excellence statement (no more than 500 words):
  this statement provides the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate’s professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.

required materials before official hire:

• three (3) letters of recommendation highlighting experience in or potential for teaching. Letters must be signed by the referee on official letterhead stationery…