Instructor/Assistant Instructor-Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
Michigan State University
Position Summary
The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics is seeking outstanding candidates to fill two fixed-term Instructor or Assistant Instructor positions for our undergraduate Introductory and Advanced Microbiology laboratory courses. Duties will include preparation of laboratory setup and cleanup, attending recitations, help room hours, assisting students during the laboratory sessions, grading, maintaining student records, and other duties as assigned by the course coordinator. Depending on department needs, candidates may also devote a portion of their time to assist in teaching large lecture or hybrid microbiology courses.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Minimum Requirements
The minimum degree required for an Instructor position is a M.S. in microbiology, biology, or a related field.
The minimum degree required for an Assistant Instructor position is a B.S. in microbiology, biology, or a related field.
Desired Qualifications
Prior experience in teaching undergraduate microbiology courses or as an undergraduate learning assistant in a microbiology or biology laboratory or lecture courses is highly desired.
Required Application Materials
Please submit a cover letter, CV, and the contact information for three references to http://careers.msu.edu posting #903995.
Department Statement
The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at Michigan State University values diversity in our faculty, staff and students. We will strive for a culture of equity and inclusion in our research, teaching, mentoring, outreach and other activities. To achieve our goals in research, training, education, and outreach, we need a diverse community to provide new perspectives and develop new approaches for generating and disseminating knowledge about the microbial world and the molecular genetic processes of all life on Earth.
To promote these goals, we are committed to increasing the diversity of the department’s faculty, staff and students to better reflect the populations of our state and our nation. We are dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming environment where all can be nurtured for sharing ideas, growing skills and advancing knowledge. We will strive for an environment that is welcoming and equitable, one that fosters inclusion and facilitates the participation of all individuals who can help advance our department’s various missions.
Website
https://mmg.natsci.msu.edu/
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Review of applications to begin on 10/23/2023
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