Biology Faculty, College of Life Sciences, Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Thomas Jefferson University/East Falls
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![]() United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia | |
![]() 3243 West School House Lane (Show on map) | |
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Job Details The College of Life Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University seeks to fill a full-time faculty position. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate biology education. Educational responsibilities include teaching introductory and upper-level biology courses including lectures and labs. Preference will be given to applicants with a background in genetics, cell and molecular biology.Appointments will be made in one of two categories, the 'Teacher-Scholar' track or the 'Teaching Excellence' track, depending on candidate qualifications and interests. Successful candidates will participate in university service roles including undergraduate advising, assessment, and committee work. Duties may also include course coordination and supervision of adjunct faculty in multi-section courses. Ideal candidates will have a record of teaching at the undergraduate level and a demonstrated commitment to the pedagogies of active learning aligning with Jefferson's signature Nexus Learning approach. Candidates who will thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment are strongly encouraged. The standard teaching load is 12 credits per semester. Job Description Qualifications: TEACHING EXCELLENCE: While a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in biology or a closely related field is preferred, candidates with a master's degree and five years of experience in undergraduate science education will also be considered. An active research program is not required, but research into science pedagogy or basic science research adaptable to the inclusion of undergraduate students is desirable. TEACHER SCHOLAR: Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in biology or a closely related field. The candidate should have teaching experience as the 'instructor of record' for one or more undergraduate courses. Candidates for the teacher scholar track should be prepared to articulate a research plan that is adaptable to the inclusion of undergraduate students. To apply, interested applicants must complete the Faculty Employment Application found online at http://hr.jefferson.edu/human-resources.html Job ID # REQ-0003920 and additionally, must submit as single pdf to clsjobs@jefferson.edu an application containing a 1) letter of interest, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, 4) a diversity statement, and 5) the contact information of three (3) professional references. This emailed application packet should be addressed to Dr. Gerald Grunwald, Dean, College of Life Sciences, Thomas Jefferson University, 4201 Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144. #LI-DNP Work Shift Workday Day (United States of America)Worker Sub Type RegularPrimary Location Address 3464 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. |