Asst. Professor - Biology jobs in Las Vegas, NV

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Job Description

Nevada State College invites applications for a non-tenure track Lecturer of Biology in Anatomy and Physiology. The position will begin July 1, 2022. We seek a passionate, highly motivated, innovative, and caring colleague to help us continue to evolve and develop our program with an emphasis on teaching, innovation, and technology-core values to the mission at Nevada State College

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

Nevada State College, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely under-served student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), NSC is a college where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 45% are Hispanic, 14% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 9% are Black/African American, 24% are White, and 9% are multiracial.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the college and progress its mission, the college dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of NSC, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Primary Responsibilities:

This is a 12-month renewable contract, with the expectation of teaching 30 credits per year (approximately 12 credits in the Fall semester, 12 credits in the Spring semester, and 6 credits in the Summer session).

• Teach primarily, cadaver-based, Biology 223 and 224 (Anatomy & Physiology I & II). These are core pre-nursing courses taken by students planning to enter NSC's 4-year BSN program. Biology 223/224 is also open to Biology majors and students entering Allied Health professions
• Serve on departmental and college-wide committees
• Design course materials (syllabus, lectures, assignments, exams, and other tools of assessments)
• Utilize training sessions/materials to master the use of Canvas, NSC's learning management system (LMS)
• Teach, mentor, and advise students

Required Qualifications:

Master of Science in Biology or allied field (e.g., MPH); degree must be from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of two (2) years of teaching in-person Anatomy & Physiology at the undergraduate level at an accredited institution
• Demonstrated excellence in college teaching and a genuine interest in joining NSC, a teaching college dedicated to providing opportunities for a largely underserved student population
• Evidence of a strong commitment to mentoring undergraduate students.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and technology skills
• Eligible to work in the United States (note: NSC does not sponsor visas for international employees)

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Due to the current health and safety emergency declaration, anyone hired must receive a complete (and verified) COVID-19 vaccination series or an approved medical or religious waiver request as a term and condition of employment prior to any start date at any Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Biology with an emphasis in Physiology, or other terminal degree in related fields (e.g., MD, DO, DVM).

• Experience in human cadaver dissection.
• Demonstrated commitment to active and experiential learning.
• Experience with innovative teaching approaches and/or technologies.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse student population.
• Although not required, the college and the department do encourage faculty to engage in scholarly activity within your discipline or in the scholarship of teaching and learning.
  

Rank, Salary & Benefits:

Non-tenure track position, 12-month appointment. Budgeted salary for this position is $50,000. Nevada State College offers excellent benefits, including 15.50% retirement match, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 11 paid holidays, educational benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.

This Posting is Open Until Filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a hiring decision has been made.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

NSC employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSC, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at NSC and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at apply@nsc.edu.

Please upload the following documents:

• Detailed CV or resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Letter of interest indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State College;
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy;
• Names and contact information of three references, at least one of whom can speak to your teaching ability (you will be notified before references are contacted).

The search committee may ask for more materials at later stages in the application process.

Throughout your application materials, we encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State College does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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