Require Assistant Professor of Instruction in Arlington, TX

Job title: Assistant Professor of Instruction

Company: University of Texas at Arlington

Job description: The Department of Biology at the University of Texas Arlington (http://www.uta.edu/biology/) invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Instruction in Biology position.



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Essential Duties and Responsibilities



Duties include teaching Anatomy and Physiology, general biology courses for pre-health students and biology majors, and other courses as needed. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing department of exceptional educators, scholars, and students and offers the potential to take a leadership role in developing innovative curricula.

Required Qualifications



The successful candidate will have a PhD in Biology or closely related field, experience teaching large classes, the ability to work successfully in a team-teaching arrangement, and demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level utilizing active learning and innovative pedagogies.

Preferred Qualifications



Preference will be given to candidates having at least two years of experience teaching university-level biology courses, and those who are familiar with the Canvas learning management system and the design and instruction of hybrid and online courses.

Department Information



The Department of Biology at the University of Texas Arlington offers bachelor of science degrees in biology, microbiology, and medical technology, and a bachelor of arts degree in biology.

University Information



The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 ?Very High Research Activity? institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual ?Best for Vets: Colleges? list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

CBC Requirement



It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

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EEO Statement



It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations



The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email .

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Location: Arlington, TX

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