Job Posting

Instructor

Kansas State University

The Division of Biology at Kansas State University is currently seeking a full-time Instructor (title may vary based on degree and credentials) to teach undergraduate classes beginning August 2024. The successful applicant will be responsible for solo or co-delivery of 5-6 classes per academic year in the areas of, but not limited to, evolutionary biology, organismal biology, and introductory biology using state-of-the-art technology and active learning principles. Organismal biology courses taught by the Instructor may focus on taxon-specific disciplines (e.g. ichthyology, mammalogy). This position is for the nine-month academic year; opportunities exist for additional course delivery in the summer semester. Instructional responsibilities include classroom, laboratory, and online instruction, laboratory setup, preparation and maintenance of syllabi and other class materials, evaluation of student competence, assessment of student mastery of Division of Biology and university learning objectives, and preparation of student progress and grade reports. Other responsibilities will include academic advising, participation in campus events such as open houses, student award ceremonies, and graduation ceremonies. Opportunities for mentoring undergraduate research projects may also be available.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range: $50,000-$55,000
Employment type: Academic / Faculty – 9 month
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Worksite: On-site requirement

What You’ll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S. in biological sciences
• Experience in biological science instruction at the community college, college, or university level.
• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring students and to serving a diverse population.
• Must be motivated and ambitious and possess excellent communication skills and a foundational understanding of the principles of active learning.
• Must be able to work in a collegial manner with students and colleagues in a large, modern, and diverse university setting.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent in biological sciences

How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents at https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/516769/instructor:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Brief description of instructional interests
• Statement of teaching experience and philosophy
• Teaching evaluations or other evidence demonstrating excellence in undergraduate instruction
• Representative professional products (e.g. publication reprints, pedagogical artifacts)
• Contact information for three references

Screening of Applications Begins: March 18, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Review of applications to begin on 03/18/2024