Professor of Science

THE OPPORTUNITY

National Louis University’s (NLU’s) Undergraduate College (UGC) is seeking a full-time Open Rank Professor of Science.

The sciences at National Louis University are an integral part of our Undergraduate College instruction and we require science courses to ensure that students are equipped with the critical thinking and data-literacy skills needed to evaluate evidence, navigate complex real-world issues, and make informed, objective decisions in an increasingly technological society. The Open Rank Professor of Science would be responsible for teaching and revising curriculum for the Health Science sequence of courses, which are required science courses for that major.

This role demands content expertise in biology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and/or chemistry, demonstrated instructional excellence, and a commitment to NLU’s undergraduate student population. This position is a 10-month, full-time non-tenure track faculty position with teaching and administrative responsibilities, and expected faculty appointment based on rank. The position will be based in Chicago, and applicants must be willing to teach at other Chicago metropolitan area campuses and online, as needed.

National Louis University (NLU) is focused on developing undergraduate degrees that are highly relevant within the field of study. As such, we are looking for a faculty member who understands the knowledge, skills, and attributes that students must acquire to become competitively prepared for the workplace. Just as critical is this leader’s knowledge of NLU’s student population and the instructional strategies and curricular approach that will ensure student success.

WHO YOU ARE

You will:
Provide Students with Exceptional Learning Experiences

Your work has demonstrated your respect for education and the power that it holds to empower students to achieve their career and life goals. Each term, you will facilitate blended and online classes that utilize technology and data to drive instruction. You will work with a dedicated team of faculty, success coaches/advisors, career advisors, employer relations managers, and data analysts to determine how to personalize the learning experience for your students.

In addition to teaching content, you will support students with meeting the goals that they have for themselves and celebrate the lived experiences they bring to the classroom.

You are:
Driven to Succeed

You are energetic and passionate about a diverse student body that includes many first-generation students. To be successful teaching in this program, you must be committed to excellence in teaching and learning in Higher Education. The position requires you to be agile, creative, and engaging while offering an unparalleled experience to undergraduate students. Enthusiastic candidates have the belief that all students can be successful students.

As an active team member, you believe in a supportive environment and a student-driven and data-informed culture.

You are ready to:
Make an Impact

Each and every day, our Undergraduate College changes lives. You want to be a part of that meaningful innovation. You are someone that will always look for creative ways for students to earn success. We know this work is challenging, but we are in it together.

To be successful in this program, you must be committed to excellence in teaching and learning in higher education. The position requires you to be agile, creative, and engaging while offering an innovative, practice based curriculum and an unparalleled experience to undergraduate students. You believe in a supportive environment, a strengths-based approach to learning, and a student-driven culture. As an active team member, working closely with both internal and external partners, you are open to continued learning and self-reflection.

Demonstrate excellence in teaching:

• Collaborate with faculty team and career services staff to develop an effective student experience for students.
• Facilitate courses by delivering engaging instruction in multiple modalities.
• Empower students to develop competency by sharing a passion for the subject and skills being taught.
• Utilize…