Visiting Assistant Instructors for Biochemistry or Genetics

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for up to two full-time Visiting Assistant Instructor positions for the 2024-2025 academic year, each on a two-term basis, outside the tenure stream, with an anticipated start date of 26 August 2024. Each Visiting Assistant Instructor will assist in 2 sections (total) in one of two lecture courses: BIOSC 0350 Genetics or BIOSC 1000 Biochemistry . Duties will include helping each faculty member during lecture with active learning, teaching four recitations per week per section (8 recitations total), grading, and holding office hours. Sample syllabi are at https://www.biology.pitt.edu/undergraduate/courses/biosc-courses . Minimum qualifications are a BS degree in biology or related field and teaching experience (work as an undergraduate TA or as a tutor would be acceptable); preferred qualifications are an MS in biology or enrollment in a biology graduate program, solo teaching experience, training in biochemistry, genetics, or molecular biology, or a PhD in biology.

To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu ): (a) a cover letter, (b) a current CV, (c) copies of teaching evaluations, if available, and (d) a statement of how one’s teaching or service reflects a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least two letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to [email protected] . Applications will be reviewed starting 12 April 2024 and will continue until the positions are filled. The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment, so the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community is essential. 

Additional required documents; copies of teaching evaluations, if applicable. A a brief description of how your teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least two letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to [email protected].

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