Physiology Biology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

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physiology biology - part-time lecturer pool

physiology biology

part-time lecturer pool

position

the department of biological science at csu fullerton invites applications for its physiology biology part-time lecturer pool.

we welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student-centered to teach in the following subject areas:

• general biology (lecture or lab)
• human anatomy (lecture or lab)
• vertebrate anatomy (lecture or lab)
• human physiology (lecture or lab)
• general human physiology (lecture or lab)
• comparative animal physiology (lecture and lab)
• cellular neurobiology
• plant cell physiology
• plant physiological ecology (lecture and lab)

part-time appointment, usually to teach credit-bearing biology courses, in person, at the lower division level. Responsibility for a course will be vested in the lecturer, sometimes under the direct supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Teaching assignments may include multi-section coordinated courses, in which instructors must abide by all coordinated course policies, including the conditions contained in the general syllabi.

duties will include the following:

• providing classroom instruction.
• preparing course materials and administering assignments to students.
• administering examinations, grading student work and otherwise assessing student performance, and determining course grades.
• holding scheduled office hours.
• attending all weekly lab preparatory meetings.
• participating in all class field trips, if applicable.
• completing all necessary trainings.
• attending lecturers meetings.
• this is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted once the positions are available

appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

required qualifications

• a masters or phd degree in anatomy, physiology, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• candidates should have prior teaching experience at the university level.
• candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.

the successful application will show strong evidence of:

• content knowledge of the various subject areas listed above
• spoken english communication skills
• written english communication skills
• computer skills
• professional presentation and demeanor

preferred qualifications

• preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• preference will be given to those with current and on-going full-time relevant professional experience.

how to apply

a complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

required materials at time of application:

• letter of interest or cover letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
• curriculum vitae (cv)
• a list of three (3) references with contact information
• copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree
• summary of classes taught. (for each class taught: indicate the course catalog number, course title (per the catalog), term and year taught, and name of campus.)
• inclusive excellence statement (no more than 500 words):
• this statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.

required materials before official hire
:

• three (3) letters of recommendation highlighting experience in or potential for teaching. Letters must be signed by the referee on official letterhead stationery and uploaded by the referee. Your references will be notified via email to upload their confidential letter of recommendation
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