Assistant Instructor-Fixed Term
Michigan State University

Job no: 866430
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Natural Science
Department: Biological Science Program 10032100
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: 45000.00-50000.00 Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Education/Training, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary

The successful candidate will serve as an assistant instructor for introductory biology lecture and/or lab courses designed to actively engage life-science majors in three-dimensional learning. Duties included some combination of the following: attending and participating in weekly instructional team meetings, reviewing materials and preparing for class, attending class and assisting students with activities, grading, help room hours, weekly review sessions, managing D2L, MS Teams, or other electronic course resources, and other items that support student learning in the course as requested by the instructor or curriculum coordinator. Depending on the needs of the program, the candidate may teach in cellular and molecular or organismal biology courses and is expected to work with diverse student groups to support their learning.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Bachelors -Biology

Desired Degree

Other -Biology or related field

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.

Desired Qualifications

Served as an undergraduate learning assistant in a BioSci course at MSU or a similar role in similar introductory biology courses.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter describing previous experience supporting student learning in introductory biology courses and how an assistant instructor position in BioSci supports your career goals, CV or resume, and transcript (an unofficial transcript is sufficient).

Special Instructions

Cover letter describing previous experience supporting student learning in introductory biology courses and how an assistant instructor position in BioSci supports your career goals, CV or resume, and transcript (an unofficial transcript is sufficient).

Review of Applications Begins On

05/24/2023

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: May 18, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: May 18, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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