Instructor , Biology

Instructor I, Biology

Florida Gulf Coast University

As an Instructor of Biology, your primary responsibility will be teaching lower-level undergraduate biology courses that could include those that support the pre-nursing program. As such, you will be involved in course and/or curriculum development in lower-level undergraduate courses; pursue professional development that supports undergraduate teaching; and participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service.

All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning, and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region. The Department of Biological Sciences and FGCU provide unique opportunities for candidates interested in this position.

On an average year, we support 900 undergraduate students and 15 to 25 Master's students. Departmental faculty possess wide range of scholarly interests to include molecular, genetic, and organismal pursuits as well as community-engaged research and SoTL (Scholarship of Teaching and Learning). Faculty also provide variety of learning opportunities that run the range of Bloom's taxonomy (from recall to creation) and, therefore, employ different approaches to include integrated lab-lectures, active-learning, and Course-embedded Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs).

Faculty, staff, and students also partner extensively with the community members, which supports the university's sustainability and service-learning goals. In addition, half of the campus is set aside as conservation areas, which creates a living laboratory for both teaching and research opportunities for the field and lab. This is a special place for people who want to connect their teaching, research, and service.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong interest in introductory biology instruction, utilizing different approaches that complement departmental strengths. They should demonstrate a genuine commitment to student-centered education, prioritizing the growth and development of their students. This candidate should have a proven ability to foster collaboration that could include partnerships within or outside the discipline. Moreover, they should display a capacity for innovative thinking and actively contributing to creative endeavors that enhance student learning experiences.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

• Teaches 12 credit hours per semester of lower-level undergraduate courses in biology and related subjects, as assigned in the annual teaching assignment.
• Participate in disciplinary research, Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), and/or community-engaged service activities aligned with professional interests and institutional priorities.
• Prepare and deliver course content, including syllabi, lectures, instructional materials, assessments, and timely evaluation of student performance.
• Maintain scheduled office hours and ensure timely, professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings, as well as faculty evaluations, assessments, and curriculum development/revision efforts.
• Utilize the university's learning management system and other required campus-wide technologies to support teaching and related responsibilities.
• Complete all mandatory university trainings and comply with all institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Engage in ongoing self-assessment and professional development to maintain effective instructional practices and remain current in the field.
• Contribute to service at the departmental, institutional, community, and professional levels in alignment with the University’s mission.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.