Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology positions at College of St. Benedict/St. John's University

College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University are liberal arts colleges with a joint academic program.  The Department of Biology has 16 full-time faculty representing the full spectrum of biological sub-disciplines. Small class sizes and hands-on learning are the norm in both introductory and advanced Biology classes. We have an array of modern laboratory equipment and unique field resources. 

 

We are committed to inclusivity in hiring.

 

Interested applicants are welcome to contact me for more information (jschaefer@csbsju.edu).  Applications can be submitted here:  https://apps.csbsju.edu/employment/default.aspx?page=jobs

 

Microbiology position:
The successful candidate will teach lectures and labs in Microbiology (BIOL 212), which gives a survey of microorganisms emphasizing those that cause disease and is taken by students in the nursing curriculum, along with labs and lectures in Foundations of Biology (BIOL 101), which gives an overview of the fundamental themes of biology within the context of a specific biological topic.

Genetics position:
The successful candidate will teach lectures and labs in Foundations of Biology (BIOL 101) which gives an overview of the fundamental themes of biology within the context of a specific biological topic, and in Intermediate Cell Biology and Genetics (BIOL 201), which covers biological molecules, cell structure, cell signaling, metabolism, and classical and molecular genetics. The teaching assignment also includes lectures and labs in General Genetics (BIOL 316), which covers principles and applications of gene transmission.

Required Qualifications:

·        Ph.D. in an appropriate biological discipline

·        Ability to teach in areas of expertise listed above

·        Ability to teach creatively in introductory biology courses listed above

·        Commitment to inclusive practices in the classroom and workplace

·        Ability to work as an effective team member in a highly collaborative department with multi­section courses

·        Commitment to the education of undergraduates in a liberal arts environment

·        Effective communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience teaching introductory biology, microbiology, or genetics in lecture and laboratory settings.

 

Both positions:

·        The candidate is welcome, but not required, to maintain a research program.

·        The candidate will participate in department service and activities.