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Lecturer in Discipline

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A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$89,591 / year median in New York

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

The Department of Biological Sciences at Columbia University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Discipline for the Fall 2025 semester. Responsibilities will include leading multiple recitation sections and grading for the introductory biology course and upper level (3000 & 4000 level) courses and teaching a one-semester upper-level undergraduate lecture course for Biology majors. There will also be opportunities to contribute to the evolution and leadership of the undergraduate program in biology.
Minimum Degree Required:
Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or similar field
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of all PhD requirements by time of appointment; post-doctoral research experience prefered. Candidates should have a strong appreciation for evidence-based deductions, quantitative analyses and molecular mechanisms. Candidates should also have the ambition to promote curiosity, encourage independent thinking and challenge a talented pool of students to think logically and rigorously. Teaching experience preferred. All applications must be made through Columbia University?s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials: cover letter that includes how this job will fit with your career ambitions, CV, teaching statement and a list of 3 references who may be contacted later in the process. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Pay Transparency Disclosure The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.