Lecturer
University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 16, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Number
F00816P
Position Title
Lecturer
Functional Title
Lecturer
Department
Biological Sciences
Salary Range
DOQ
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular part-time
Location
Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
03/01/2024
Posting Close Date
07/31/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Desired Start Date
08/16/2024
Job Summary
The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking to recruit a 0.25 FTE (9-month appointment) instructional faculty at the rank of Lecturer to teach forensic biology and related offerings. We are looking for an instructor to expand and grow our forensic biology offerings. We anticipate there will be opportunities for the successful candidates to contribute to other classes in the future according to the interests and expertise of the appointee and the needs of the department.
Lecturers teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate sections in a given term. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure. The incumbent will expand and grow our forensic biology offerings. We anticipate there will be opportunities for the successful candidates to contribute to other classes in the future according to the interests and expertise of the appointee and the needs of the department.
Minimum Education and Experience
An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and professional achievement.
Preferred Education and Experience
Candidates must have a Master's degree (PhD preferred) in a relevant discipline in the biological sciences. Hands-on experience in the field of forensics is also preferred.
All candidates are expected to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals of diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or Labs;
Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms (eLearning);
Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team;
Participate in course evaluation surveys.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
The appointment commences fall 2024.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Number
F00816P
Position Title
Lecturer
Functional Title
Lecturer
Department
Biological Sciences
Salary Range
DOQ
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular part-time
Location
Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
03/01/2024
Posting Close Date
07/31/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Desired Start Date
08/16/2024
Job Summary
The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking to recruit a 0.25 FTE (9-month appointment) instructional faculty at the rank of Lecturer to teach forensic biology and related offerings. We are looking for an instructor to expand and grow our forensic biology offerings. We anticipate there will be opportunities for the successful candidates to contribute to other classes in the future according to the interests and expertise of the appointee and the needs of the department.
Lecturers teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate sections in a given term. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure. The incumbent will expand and grow our forensic biology offerings. We anticipate there will be opportunities for the successful candidates to contribute to other classes in the future according to the interests and expertise of the appointee and the needs of the department.
Minimum Education and Experience
An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and professional achievement.
Preferred Education and Experience
Candidates must have a Master's degree (PhD preferred) in a relevant discipline in the biological sciences. Hands-on experience in the field of forensics is also preferred.
All candidates are expected to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals of diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or Labs;
Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms (eLearning);
Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team;
Participate in course evaluation surveys.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
The appointment commences fall 2024.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn of this employment opportunity?
- Governmental Agency Job Posting
- University's Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement in The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Advertisement in a Publication or Journal in my Academic Discipline
- Personal Referral
- Another Website
- Other
- * Which most accurately describes your highest earned degree?
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Doctor of Education (EdD)
- Other Doctoral Degree (DSci, DAud, MD, etc.)
- Specialist's Degree (EdS)
- Professional Degree
- Juris Doctor
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Certificate
- * In which Academic Discipline is your highest earned degree?
(Open Ended Question) - In what areas do you hold any additional licenses or certifications valid in the State of Texas?
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Writing Sample
- Other Document
- Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
- Teaching Evaluations
- Research Statement
