Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Denton, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;
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| UNT System Overview | Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. |
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| Posting Title | Lecturer/Sr Lecturer (Continuing) -Biology |
| Department | UNT-Biological Sciences-121100 |
| College/School | College of Science |
| Job Location | Denton |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time |
| Retirement Eligibility | ORP Eligible |
| Additional Retirement Information | For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php . |
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| Department Summary | UNT is a Hispanic-serving and Minority-serving public research university with a Research 1 (R1) Carnegie classification enrolling over 44,000 students. The Department of Biological Sciences, one of four departments in the College of Science, has over 45 faculty, 160 graduate and 2,800 undergraduate students. Our faculty is a community of scholars dedicated to research and teaching in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Ecology, Environmental Science, Plant Biology, and organismal-environment interactions. We offer Bachelor’s degrees in Biology, Biochemistry, Ecology, Medical Laboratory Science, and Forensic Science, and Masters and PhD degrees in Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Environmental Science. We measure our success by the success of our students and the quality of our intellectual contributions to society. For additional information on the Department of Biological Sciences visit http://biology.unt.edu . UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba. |
| Position Summary | The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of North Texas (UNT) invites applications for a multiyear continuing Lecturer position in the area of Biological Sciences with emphasis on microbiology and biochemistry. Duties involve (1) teaching 2 courses per semester that could include Introductory Biology, Microbiology, and Elementary Biochemistry. Responsibilities would also include serving as an advisor (up to 50% time commitment) for four undergraduate degree programs: Biology, Biochemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, and Ecology. Candidates with over 4 years’ experience in undergraduate advising and college teaching in microbiology and biochemistry could be considered for the rank of Senior Lecturer. |
| Minimum Qualifications | PhD in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related areas and college teaching experience. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Preference will be given to candidates with 3 or more years of teaching at the college or university level; prior experience teaching more than one of the following: Introductory Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, experience in undergraduate advising; research experience in microbiology and biochemistry; an ability to work with a diverse population; experience teaching face-to-face classes; experience with different learning technologies including Canvas and online teaching. |
| Required License / Registration / Certification | |
| Physical Requirements | Ability to communicate |
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| Security Sensitive | This is a security sensitive position. |
| EEO Statement | The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. |
| Driving University Vehicle | No |
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | F1353P |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants | Optional Other Document: Upload copies of teaching and/or advising related awards. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/76098 |
| Position End Date (if temporary) |