Instructor of Biology

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 2 years ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Summary


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Posting Number FAC00218PO21
Advertised Title Instructor of Biology
Campus Beaufort
College/Division USC Beaufort College/Division Level
Department BFT Natural Sciences
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Beaufort
Tenure Information Professional Track
Job Search Category Faculty


About UofSC


About University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience and dedicated to innovation in learning, research and community engagement. Founded in 1801, the university offers more than 300 degree programs and is a top-tier Carnegie Foundation research institution. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of 20 locations throughout the state, including the research campus in Columbia. With 60 nationally ranked academic programs including top-ranked programs in international business, the nation’s best honors college and distinguished programs in engineering, law, medicine, public health and the arts, the university is helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and around the world.
Diversity Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal. 




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
Applications are invited for a full time, instructor position starting in August 2022.  The candidate’s duties will be to offer introductory biology classes to biology majors and to non-majors in support of our nursing program.  The successful candidate must have a commitment to undergraduate teaching and help recruit and mentor students in our developing retention initiatives.  This position is a 9-month appointment, salary is commensurate with qualifications.
The University of South Carolina Beaufort (www.uscb.edu) is located in South Carolina’s coastal islands, close to Hilton Head Island, Charleston, and Savannah, Georgia.  USCB has degrees in Biology with specialties in biomedical sciences, coastal ecology, and marine biology, along with a robust Nursing program.  Biology is one of the largest degree programs at USCB. The university currently has three campuses which serve a diverse student body of about 2000 students: The Beaufort campus, located on the Intracoastal Waterway in downtown Beaufort, and the Bluffton campus in Bluffton, S.C. where Natural Sciences and several other academic departments are headquartered, and the Hilton Head Island Campus, home to USCB’s Hospitality Management and OLLI program. All campuses are located in Beaufort County.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter which includes statements of research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, evidence of effective teaching, unofficial transcripts, and at least three letters of recommendation through the USC Human Resources portal. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, veteran status or genetics.
 
Required Education and Experience
Candidates must have minimum of an earned Master’s in Biology, additional training is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates who can enhance the diversity of the faculty and/or support an increasingly diverse student body are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have evidence of strong teaching skills, in the classroom and online, and a strong commitment to undergraduate education.  


Posting Detail Information


Desired Start Date 08/16/2022
Job Open Date 11/30/2021
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/110812
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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