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Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania - Lock Haven
Biological and Health Sciences Temporary Pool
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What they do
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.
$96,610 / year median in Pennsylvania
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Posting Number:
F114College/Area College of Health, Science, and Technology Department:
Biological and Health Sciences Type of Appointment Part Time Complement Type Temporary City Bloomsburg State Pennsylvania Zip Code 17815 FTE% varies Work Location Home Campus Appointment Start Date Start dates will vary based on department needs Benefits The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include- : Medical and prescription drug benefits. Generous retirement plans, two options: Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) State Employees' Retirement System (SERS) Tuition benefits for employees and dependents. Paid time off. Employer-paid dental and vision benefits. Employer-paid life insurance. Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.
- Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit.
Visit:
http://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/healthcare/Pages/Summary-of-Benefits.aspx for additional information regarding benefits. To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours. Position Description Summary Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for temporary faculty positions (full-time one semester, part-time one semester or part-time academic year) as needs arise in the Department of Biological and Health Sciences. The department offers B.A. in Biology, B.S. in Biology, Biomedical, Public Health, Medical Imaging, Health Sciences, Nutrition, and Respiratory Therapy, as well as M.S. degrees in Biology and Athletic Training. Duties Based on the specific needs of the department at the time of appointment, a successful applicant must be qualified to teach introductory and/or upper-level courses from the required or discipline or subject area. Course(s) may include Principles of Biology 1 and 2 laboratory, Anatomy & Physiology 1 and 2 laboratory and/or other upper-level Biology and Health Sciences courses. The location for these temporary positions varies with the expectation of serving a multi-campus University within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Qualifying Experience and Education (Minimum/Preferred)Minimum Requirements:
An earned Master's or Doctoral degree in Biology, Health Sciences, or related field. Teaching and/or professional experience relevant to the course assignment needs of the department at the time of appointment. Professional certificatoin/licensure relevant to the discipline may be required for teaching certain courses. Proof of certification must be provided.Preferred Qualifications:
Terminal or advanced degree in speciality related to course needs. Previous experience teaching at the undergraduate level. Previous experience teaching laboratory courses. Other professional experiences or background sufficient to support the knowledge-base required to carry out the teaching duties associated with the courses to be assigned. Special Instructions to Applicants A complete application includes cover letter, resume/CV, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three professional references . Questions may be directed to Search & Screen Committee Chair, Dr. Abby Hare , ahare@commonwealthu.edu Applicatons must be submitted online within 5 years from the initial date of posting. Finalist(s) for these positions must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process and/or teaching demonstration or research presentation. Supplemental Information Recommendation for hiring is needed for a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding. Faculty may be assigned to provide instruction through distance education. Title IX/Clery The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.edu ), to coordinate the University's compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University's compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. For information on the University's crime statistics, which is available in a publication called "Annual Security Report", please contact Commonwealth University- Bloomsburg Police at 570-389-2211, Commonwealth University
- Mansfield Police at 570-662-4900, or Commonwealth University
- Lock Haven Police at 570-484-2278 or by accessing the following website: https://www.commonwealthu.edu/offices-directory/university-police/annual-security-report . Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East
- Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107;