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University of the Incarnate Word · 23 hours ago

Visiting Instructor in Biology

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$66K/yr - $66K/yr

2+ years exp

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution dedicated to fostering diverse backgrounds and mutual understanding. They are seeking a Visiting Instructor in Biology who will be responsible for teaching undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses, coordinating labs, participating in curriculum development, and mentoring students.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver interactive undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses consistent with the needs of the department. Needs include but are not limited to anatomy, physiology, and general biology

Coordinate anatomy & physiology laboratories

Participate in curriculum development

Prepare course outlines based on approved departmental syllabi

Prepare timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses

Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met

Advise and mentor undergraduate students of respective major; provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours

Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom

Actively collaborate with students and faculty within the department, from other disciplines and the University’s health professional schools to support the university mission

Provide service to the department, School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering, university, community, and profession

Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Undergraduate teachingAnatomyPhysiologyInstructional technologyCurriculum developmentAdvisingDiversity awarenessCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsMentoringCollaboration

Required

Demonstrated excellence and proficiency in undergraduate teaching

Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills

Strong commitment to collaborative and cooperative instruction, advising, and mentoring a diverse population of underserved students including but not exclusive to first-generation college students, veterans, and racially and ethnically diverse students

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of instructional technology

Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures

Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA

Master's Degree in Biology or Master's Degree in closely related discipline with at least 18 hours in Biology

Successful teaching experience in Biology at the college or university level, as evidenced by peer and/or student reviews

Preferred

Two (2) or more years of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level in general biology, anatomy, or physiology

Experience teaching diverse student populations and evidence of teaching or service reflecting values of social justice and/or Catholic social teachings

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Numerous paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

UIW tuition waivers

Tuition exchange programs

Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents

403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match

Retirement health solution

Employer-paid Life/AD&D

Long-term disability

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness programs

Employee discount program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

Company

University of the Incarnate Word

University of the Incarnate Word is a private Catholic university with campuses located in both San Antonio and Alamo Heights, Texas

Founded in 1881

San Antonio, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.uiw.edu/

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