Instructor and Chair of Biology; secondary, at- administrative appointment

Position: Instructor and Chair of Biology (secondary, at-will administrative appointment)
** Agency
* * North Carolina School of Science , Math
** Division
* * VC for Academic Programs
** Job Classification Title
** Instructor (NS)
** Position Number
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* * FLATRATE
* * Description of Work
** CLOSING DATE:
Wednesday, March 4, 2026    This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.
POSITION TYPE:
Permanent, Full-time, 11-month, EHRA Faculty, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE    11-MONTH AT-WILL CHAIR SUPPLEMENT: $5,000    APPOINTMENT STRUCTURE:
This position is a dual appointment. The primary role is an Instructor position. The secondary role is an at-will administrative appointment as Chair. In the event the administrative appointment concludes, the position will revert to a 10-month Instructor position with a corresponding adjustment in salary and duties.
NCSSM and the Science Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.
Description of Duties:  Position reports to the Dean of Science as both Instructor and Chair of Biology.
Chair responsibilities include: participation in regular administrative meetings; collaboration with other Science Chairs; hiring, supervision, and evaluation of Biology faculty; budget management; scheduling of courses; oversight of Biology lab equipment and lab safety.
As an instructor, this position is responsible for instruction for two classes each semester and each January Term. Specific courses for  include Molecular Genetics, Classical Genetics, and Research in Biology I, II, III.
General duties include:
Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals   Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills   Hold tutorial sessions as outlined by the department   Regularly monitor and evaluate students’ progress   Provide students with resources and feedback on their performance   Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning   Model for students responsibility to self and others   Follow NCSSM’s philosophy, policies, and procedures   Attend departmental, discipline, faculty meetings;

effectively collaborate with colleagues   Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities    Participate in one or more of the following activities:
Serve as academic advisor, sponsor a club, competition, or event   Serve as an officer of Faculty Senate   Provide administrative support such as managing Teaching Assistants   Provide information, service, and expertise to other schools and organizations   Assist students on special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies   Participate in the Admissions Process by recruiting, selecting, and advising prospective students   Participate in NCSSM alumni activities   Provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities.
Occasional travel with students is expected for the Research in Biology course in association with science competitions and/or scientific meetings.
Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license with no serious driving-related convictions.
This is an 11 month position with the option to teach Research in Biology students for 3 weeks during the summer.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
** HIRING SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Instructor
* Experience teaching biology
* Commitment to engaging gifted and motivated students in face-to-face and online classroom settings
* Enthusiasm for student-centered, hands-on lab activities and familiarity with educational and laboratory technology
* Interest in emphasizing quantitative approaches to science content
* Content expertise in genetics and experience conducting biology research with students are required.

Chair
* Experience with supervision or evaluation of teaching faculty
* Experience with budgeting and spending
* Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, including the use of collaborative tools to create and manage documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

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