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Duke University, Biology

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Position ID:
Duke-Biology-IB [#28512, 1826]
Position Title: 
Instructor B
Position Type:
Non-regular rank faculty
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Biology
Appl Deadline:
2024/12/31 11:59PMhelp popup (posted 2024/09/19, listed until 2024/12/31)
Position Description:
   

The Department of Biology at Duke University seeks applicants to join a dedicated teaching team as an Instructor B for the Gateway to Biology: Molecular Biology course. This entry-level course introduces major concepts in biology through the lens molecular mechanisms that comprise the Central Dogma, DNA structure and function, and protein structure and function. The laboratory project encompasses construction of a yeast genomic library, molecular cloning, PCR, sequencing, and genomic analysis. The primary role of the Instructor B position is to teach in-person lab sections. Training will be provided. The duties include but are not limited to: providing instruction and supervision for students in your assigned sections during the scheduled lab periods; grading the written and oral assignments of students in your lab sections; participating in Friday afternoon weekly prep sessions and staff meetings; attending active learning-style class periods three mornings per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday); assisting with the preparation and grading of lecture quizzes and midterm and final exams; and meeting with students during office hours outside of scheduled class time. This position will require an average of 30-35 hours of work per week. The workload will vary from week to week depending on the amount of personal preparation required, the number and type of assignments to be graded, and time spent meeting with students outside of class.

The Instructor B is expected to teach two to three lab sections each semester, depending upon class enrollment. The successful candidate will have a PhD or Master’s Degree in Biology or closely related discipline and some teaching experience.

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Two references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses )

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Two references
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
www.biology.duke.edu
email address
 
BOX 90338
DURHAM, NC 27708