Biotechnology Teaching Faculty
About the role
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) at Penn State invites applications for a Lecturer, Assistant Teaching Professor, or Associate Teaching Professor appointment with expertise in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, and/or related fields.
Responsibilities
- Teach biotechnology and related courses
- Oversee biotechnology internships
- Mentor graduate teaching assistants
- Teach introductory or advanced undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses
- Undergraduate student advising
- Service to the department or college
Requirements
- Master's degree (Lecturer) or Ph.D. (Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor) in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or a related field
- Experience teaching at least one course as either the lead or assisting instructor
- Demonstrated ability to achieve teaching excellence at both introductory and advanced undergraduate levels
- Proven commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community in the practice and teaching of science
- Professional experience in the biotechnology or biopharmaceutical industry (preferred)
- Experience or interest in curriculum development and innovative, evidence-based pedagogy, such as active learning or course-based undergraduate research experiences (preferred)
Qualifications
- Master's degree (Lecturer) or Ph.D. (Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor) in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or a related field
- Experience teaching at least one course as either the lead or assisting instructor
- Demonstrated ability to achieve teaching excellence at both introductory and advanced undergraduate levels
- Proven commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community in the practice and teaching of science
- Professional experience in the biotechnology or biopharmaceutical industry (preferred)
- Experience or interest in curriculum development and innovative, evidence-based pedagogy, such as active learning or course-based undergraduate research experiences (preferred)
Skills
- Ability to work effectively across disciplines
- Fostering partnerships with industry, academia, and the community
- Developing innovative curricula
- Cultivating industry connections
- Creating opportunities for student engagement
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- 75% tuition discount for employees, spouses, and children
Pay
This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
Schedule
Work expectations for the position include fall, spring, and summer duties, with time for curriculum development and improvement over the summer.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted electronically and should include: Cover letter with names and contact information for three references who may be contacted for letters of recommendation, Curriculum vitae, and a teaching dossier (all compiled into one document) including a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, evidence that demonstrates a commitment to excellence in teaching and improving pedagogical practices, and how you plan to contribute to or advance the Penn State Values. As part of the teaching dossier, applicants are asked to submit materials that demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence. These materials could include any of the following: a recorded lesson with a personal reflection on the lesson, results and reflection from a teaching practices inventory, syllabi authored by you for a class that you have taught or a class that you would like to teach, student or peer evaluations from previous teaching experiences, example teaching materials that you have developed, peer-reviewed articles authored on teaching-related topics, other materials that demonstrate your understanding of and commitment to research-based teaching practices, awards and recognition for teaching and teaching-related scholarly activities (a brief explanation for why you were recognized should be provided).
Contact Information
Questions concerning this position can be directed to Dr. Gregory Broussard, Associate Head for Undergraduate Education in the BMB Department, at gwb13@psu.edu.