Instructor, Biology

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Posted: 16-Jan-24

Location: Cedar Falls, Iowa

Type: Full-time

Salary: $53,000.00 to Commensurate

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Biological/Biomedical Sciences

Employment Type:

Full-time

Organization Type:

Higher Education Institution

Salary Details:

Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator on our job posting. Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions and eligible temporary faculty (adjunct instructor) positions.

Internal Number: 53147

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Biology seeks applicants for a term position as an Instructor of Biology, beginning August 2024. This position's teaching assignment will contribute to the Department of Biology's support of the UNI Nursing program through lecture or lab assignments in Anatomy & Physiology or Pathophysiology, and departmental teaching responsibilities will include assignments from among courses in introductory majors biology and general-education biology. The standard teaching load in the Department is 12 total classroom/lab contact hours per week.

Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs. The University’s attractive size, approximately 9,000 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities, and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. For more information, visit www.uni.edu.

The successful candidate must hold a Master's degree in biology. A professional degree (MSN, MD, DO, DC, DVM, PT, OT) or other advanced clinical degrees by nationally accredited institutions may be accepted as fulfilling the degree requirements if the candidate's undergraduate degree is in biology or a closely related scientific discipline.

Required qualifications include expertise to contribute to both the Department of Biology and the UNI Nursing program through lecture and lab assignments in introductory and non-majors biology, Anatomy & Physiology, and Pathophysiology.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience in courses relevant to this position at the university level.

Applications received by February 5, 2024 will receive full consideration. To apply, visit http://jobs.uni.edu/ . Inquiries may be sent to Theresa Spradling at 319-273-2458 or [email protected]. Pre-employment background checks required.

UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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Why UNI? A great place to work. The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs. One of three state universities, UNI enjoys national recognition for its high educational standards and possesses a distinctive mission of being the comprehensive state university for Iowa. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks UNI in the top two among Midwest public universities. The university’s attractive size, nearly 10,500 students, allows it to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. Experiential learning opportunities such as undergraduate research, internships, student teaching, international study programs, community service and cooperative education c...reate a classroom connection with real-world experience. A rigorous liberal arts curriculum equips students with a broad understanding and knowledge of how to apply and acquire new information throughout life. Activities on campus are plentiful for both students and the community. The university offers a full calendar of fine and performing arts events offered by music and theatre students, many of which take place in the acoustically outstanding Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). The GBPAC also hosts numerous national touring acts as part of its artist series. Panther athletics sponsors 17 varsity intercollegiate sports. Fans can see all UNI teams in action in the McLeod Center, UNI-Dome, West Gym and other campus complexes. For more information, visit www.uni.edu. A great place to live. UNI is located in picturesque Cedar Falls, Iowa, a riverfront town with many recreational, cultural and entertainment opportunities. Downtown Cedar Falls was named one of the “30 Most Charming College Town Main Streets of 2019” by Best Value Schools. The metro community of Cedar Falls/Waterloo has a combined population of 170,000 and offers a pleasant residential setting with a strong and growing industrial base. Cedar Falls is a friendly, affordable community located about 300 miles from Minneapolis, St. Louis, Kansas City and Chicago. For more information about our community, visit the Cedar Falls/Waterloo Community webpage. Employee Benefits The University of Northern Iowa believes that our employees are our most valuable resource. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the demands of each individual's life at work as well as at home. Employees are encouraged to participate in any or all of our benefit programs. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits package enables us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley—and within the state. •Newly Eligible Employees Overview of Benefits Overview of Benefits •Temporary Faculty Overview of Benefits
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