Position Information

Posting Number
F0519
Position Title
Instructor/Assistant Professor - Biology
Department
Biological Sciences
Bargaining Unit
APSCUF
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Faculty
Full-time/ Part-time
Part-time
If Part-time, specify percentage

variable, up to 0.75

Temporary/ Permanent
Temporary
Tenure Track
Non-Tenure Track Position
Salary
Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Anticipated Start Date
TBD as needed
Anticipated End Date
TBD as needed
Work Hours
Other

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The University is seeking individuals to serve as temporary/part-time faculty.

Qualified applicants will be included in a "pool" of instructors, which will be used to provide Biology instruction when the need arises.

The successful applicant will be a biologist with experience teaching Microbiology and/or introductory biology classes for majors and non-majors.

Essential Duties

This position may involve teaching Introductory Biology lectures and labs and other courses including Microbiology.

This position may require development and teaching of courses online or via ITV .

Potential openings may involve teaching at either the Clearfield or Main campus.

Specific Duties

Teaching assignment will vary depending on the departments needs.

Minimum Qualifications (Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Successful applicant must have an earned MS or be ABD for a Doctorate in a biology sub-discipline that complements the current Department of Biological Sciences faculty. Terminal degree is required for appointment as Assistant Professor, without the terminal degree candidate will be appointed as Instructor

• Candidates must have college undergraduate teaching experience.

• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and responsiveness to student needs, and effective communication skills.

• The successful candidate must be able to communicate well and/or perform well in an interview or teaching demonstration and successfully complete the interview process.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD preferred. Experience teaching Microbiology preferred.

Physical Demands

Posting Detail Information

Open Date
08/15/2017
Close Date

Special Instructions for Applicants

The successful candidate will also have to complete a background investigation as a condition of employment.

Applicant must provide the name, email address, phone number for three professional references.

Position is dependent upon funding and enrollment.

Background Clearances

In accordance with Act 153 of 2014 (HB 435), appointment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, Act 34, Pennsylvania Criminal Record Clearance; Act 151, Child Abuse Clearance; and Act 114, Federal Bureau of Investigations ( FBI ) Criminal Background Checks.

Appointment is provisional for a single 90 day period provided the "Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form" and verification of your application for the three background checks are returned to Deana Hill, Associate VP for Human Resources.

Diversity Statement

Lock Haven University is profoundly dedicated to cultural diversity and supports the integration of diverse and international perspectives within the working and learning environment. LHU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from people of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. To learn more about diversity at LHU and in our community, visit our website at www.lhup.edu/equity

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https://www.lhup.edu/students/campus_safety

You may also request a paper copy from the Public Safety Office located in the Glennon Infirmary building or by calling 570-484-2278.

About LHU

A career at Lock Haven University ( LHU ) is a distinctly unique and exciting opportunity. We encourage and support diversity and international perspectives within the working and learning environment. LHU is located in central Pennsylvania along the Susquehanna River and the picturesque Bald Eagle Mountains. LHU is one of fourteen universities in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education ( PASSHE ).

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