Instruction Specialist - School of Molecular & Cellular Biology

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Posted: 12-May-24

Location: Urbana, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

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Other Staff/Administrative
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5252670

Instruction Specialist - School of Molecular & Cellular Biology
University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign
The School of Molecular & Cellular Biology is searching for two Instructional Specialists who will serve as the instructor of record for their laboratory course and serves as coordinator for the related lecture course. Instructional Specialists supervise the graduate teaching assistants and undergraduate laboratory prep staff, and work closely with the undergraduate students enrolled in their courses.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Instructional Implementation: Work with the Senior Instructional Specialist and Coordinators of Instruction to 1) train and evaluate assigned graduate teaching assistants (TAs); 2) train and evaluate preparatory staff for laboratory courses; 3) procure all materials required for assigned laboratory courses; 4) adhere to designated course budgets; 5) reserve classrooms and exam rooms, maintain course laboratory equipment; 6) provide accommodations for students when necessary (i.e., make-up classes, DRES, illness, etc.); 7) deploy evening exams; 8) maintain assessment outcome information
• Instruction (Traditional and Non-Traditional): Work with the Senior Instructional Specialist and Coordinators of Instruction to develop and teach assigned MCB courses in traditional and non-traditional settings; write and evaluate course learning outcomes; write course syllabus, write and execute lesson plans; write assessment instruments; write, edit, and update course laboratory manuals; deliver, reflect, assess and improve courses to align with overall learning outcomes; hold office hours; issue final grades.
• Management/ Leadership: Work with the Senior Instructional Specialist and Coordinators of Instruction to provide training and evaluation of teaching assistants (TAs) and laboratory and preparatory staff of assigned MCB courses. Help manage assigned laboratory facilities belonging to the School of MCB. Prove coordination of the delivery of assigned MCB courses. Help execute MCB events such as conferences, New Student Welcome, Convocation, etc.
• Academic Advising and Mentoring: Work with the Senior Instructional Specialist and Coordinators of Instruction to educate students regarding requirements of the curricula and the varied pathways to meeting requirements of the degree program through individual conferences and group meetings; assist and consult with students about course expectations and performance; support students as they plan their educational path, determine vocational goals, and fashion themselves into the best possible candidate for their next step.
• Student Academic Recruitment: Work with the Senior Instructional Specialist and Coordinators of Instruction to participate in prospective student and admitted student meetings; consult with current students for retention in the major; consult with students for transition to us from other majors; provide support for incoming transfer students at matriculation and beyond; participate in outreach activities; participate in campus events and programming.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, or closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of professional experience in higher education.
• Experience with instruction and course delivery.
• Experience with hiring, managing, or evaluating teaching assistants, laboratory staff or hourly personnel.

Successful candidates will have the following:

• Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Awareness of, and sensitivity to, cultural and linguistic differences.
• Commitment to principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Thorough understanding of the scientific underpinnings of the courses they teach and coordinate.
• Clear ability to articulate and execute student-centered instruction and evidence-based practices in their courses.
• Knowledge of meeting all safety requirements for their lab courses.

Appointment Information
These positions are 100% full-time Academic Professional positions, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the deadline date. The starting salary for this position is $53,000. Actual starting salary will be determined by the candidate's credentials and alignment with the position requirements. Sponsorship for Work authorization is not available for this position. The employee hired into this position will be expected to work onsite on a full-time basis.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
To apply for this position, please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and use the Apply Now button on the posting. Upload your cover letter, resume, and names/contact information for three professional references. Please remember to use specific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in your application materials. Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 28, 2024.
Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected] . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [email protected] .
Requisition ID: 1023508
Job Category: Education & Student Services
To apply, visit https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/10426?c=illinois
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