The Department of Molecular Genetics in the College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State Universityinvites applications for a position as an Assistant Professor of Teaching Practice in Molecular Genetics. This is a non-tenure track, renewable position eligible for full benefits and promotion. Instructors with experience teaching fundamental concepts in any area of biology are encouraged to apply. Applicants with interest and expertise in Genetics, Developmental Biology, Cell Biology, Genomics, Plant Biology, and Course Based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) will be especially competitive.
Performance Objectives
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Participate in teaching and coordination of departmental course offerings in general genetics
Develop and/or teach courses in their area of interest
Engage in departmental service such as student advising and curricular development
Instill teaching as scholarship into departmental culture
How to Apply
Apply to the Careers at Ohio State website at https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Assistant-Professor---Molecular-Genetics_R115530-1. A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching/mentoring statement, and a narrative describing evidence of teaching effectiveness.. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024. Applications received by November 15, 2024, are guaranteed full evaluation. Inquiries may be directed to Samantha Bragg at bragg.137@osu.edu.
You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to FOUR documents in the Application Documents section. Please include the following:
Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, highlighting your teaching and mentoring experience, and listing any service, funding, and publications.
Attachment 3: Statement on Teaching and Mentoring: A statement detailing your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding teaching, learning, and mentoring.
Attachment 4: Statement on Commitment to Teaching Excellence: A narrative describing your commitment to teaching excellence, which may include on or more of the following: descriptions of pedagogical training and/or certifications, evaluation of your teaching by a colleague, and student narrative evaluations. Standardized evaluations used by your employer may be included but are not required.
Applicants may be asked to provide the names and contact information for three references.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required: PhD or equivalent degree in a life science field by the start of employment, and two years of college-level instructional experience as a teaching assistant or instructor of record in introductory biology or other areas related to the department’s expertise. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building a diverse intellectual community, in line with OSU’s Shared Values.
Desired: At least one year of teaching experience after completing a doctoral degree, including: college level instructional experience as instructor of record; training and/or experience in course development; a record of creativity and excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching, or a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and/or graduate teaching.
The Department of Molecular Genetics is devoted to exploring questions in genetics, molecular biology, cell biology and developmental biology using viruses, fungi, plants, and animals, with strengths in model organisms and genetic systems.