Assistant Professor of Instruction

Posted on March 19, 2023
Expires: March 31, 2023

Posting End Date: Open until filled, with an initial review of applications on 03/31/2023

Hiring Salary: Negotiable

 

The Department of Integrative Biology (IB) at the University of South Florida invites applications for a full-time, continuing, non-tenure earning teaching faculty at the level of Assistant Professor of Instruction. This will be a 9-month appointment to begin August 7, 2023. The successful candidate will be asked to teach 3 courses per semester, including Human Anatomy & Physiology, Animal Science, and General Physiology. The successful candidate may also develop an upper-level course within the candidate’s specialty. Supplemental summer appointments may be available, depending upon the needs of the University and the availability of resources. The successful candidate would become a voting member of the IB department and have the opportunity to supervise undergraduate research and progress through USF’s Professor of Instruction promotional path.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline from an accredited institution or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience that meet national and/or regional accreditation standards at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience using evidence-based teaching practices and teaching large enrollment courses is desirable. Demonstration of a plan for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 

How To Apply. Apply online at https://bit.ly/3IGZiV1 (Job ID: 32587) by completing the required information and submitting: (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV, (3) a teaching statement up to one page, (4) a diversity statement up to one page describing experience with and plans for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and (5) the names of three references. We strongly encourage female and minority candidates to apply. Review of applications will begin March 31, 2023.

Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

Click http://www.usf.edu/employment for additional tutorial information.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity. USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online (https://www.usf.edu/title-ix/gethelp/file-a-report.aspx) or directly to the University’s Title IX Coordinator.

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. For disability accommodations, contact Karissa Valine-Plaza at kvalineplaza@usf.edu or (813) 974-7359 a minimum of five working days in advance.

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About USF.  The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF. With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first-class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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