Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology

Bethel College, North Newton, Kansas

Job Summary:  

The Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology will have teaching responsibilities of courses that include Cell Biology and Microbiology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Developmental Biology, and Molecular Genetics.  Non-teaching duties will include mentoring undergraduate research, student recruitment visits, retention, assessment, academic advising, and participation in committee work/service.  In addition, faculty members are regularly engaged in the College’s Employment Experiences program through supervising and mentoring students who are fulfilling the requirements of this program within their departments.

Essential Functions:

• Facilitate student learning
• Supports the mission, vision, and values of Bethel College
• Mentor undergraduate research
• Participate in the recruitment process of students that meet departmental standards
• Foster the development of excellence in teaching within the department
• The ability to utilize effective teaching methods and strategies
• Promote collegiality and collaborative relationships with other Bethel College faculty and staff
• Satisfy the duties of an Official with Authority (OWA) and Mandated Reporter relating to Title IX and the Bethel College Equal Opportunity, Harassment, & Non­ Discrimination Policy and Procedures

Qualifications

• Technologically savvy
• Ability to successfully learn the college’s LMS
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, administrators, faculty, staff, and outside constituencies
• Strong organizational and management skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks under tight deadlines and stressful situations

Education and/or Experience:

• Ph.D. preferred; MS required

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the position require:

• Able to lead field work/research
• Normal visual acuity
• Dexterity as related to keyboard, telephone, and normal office equipment
• Ability to function well in a standard office setting
• Working in front of a computer monitor for extended periods of time
• Ability to move freely around campus, including using stairs

Work Environment/Environmental Condition:

All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related functions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department chair). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Application Information

Please complete a Bethel College application and upload a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, minimum of three reference letters with contact information, a statement of diversity, and a statement of teaching philosophy at

https://www-archive.bethelks.edu/about/who-we-are/career-opportunities

 

For assistance please contact Human Resources at  humanresources@bethelks.edu

 

 

 

 

Review of applications to begin on 10/01/2024

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