Unit: CMNS-College of Computer, Math & Natural Sciences
Hiring Range: $60,000 - $75,000
Campus/College Information: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position: The Biological Sciences program at the University of Maryland, College Park, is searching for a Junior Lecturer/Lab Manager to support a large enrollment (>1000 students/year) introductory biology laboratory course (BSCI171, Principles of Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory). The Junior Lecturer will also teach one laboratory section of the course every semester and in the summer. This fulltime, 12-month position includes a full benefits package.
Lab Support Responsibilities include:
- Preparing and maintaining laboratory stock solutions and cultures for experiments
- Setting up the lab classrooms each week
- Supervising and managing prep TAs
- Developing and maintaining the prep manual for the course
- Testing and perfecting new laboratory exercises for the course
- Assisting the lab coordinator in maintaining and updating lab documents
- General maintenance of lab equipment
- Managing the inventory of lab supplies
- Establishing and maintaining compliance with university, state, and federal safety laws
- Managing the university online learning management system
Teaching Responsibilities include:
- Teaching one section of the lab course each semester and in the summer
- Maintaining attendance records
- Grading assignments
- Being available for office hours for students
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in biology or a related field
Experience:
- At least 1 year of laboratory research experience
- Experience teaching or tutoring college level molecular and cellular biology
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficient at basic experimental design, laboratory skills, and data analysis
- Excellent organization and communication skills
Preferences:
- Master’s or Ph.D. Degree in molecular and/or cellular biology
- Research experience in molecular biology and/or cell biology
- Experience managing classes in an online learning management system (Canvas)
- Experience managing student workers
Additional Information:
Posting Date: 09/22/2023
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Best Consideration Date: 10/06/2023
Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Required Documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References (no emails sent from system)
Optional Documents:
Contact Information:
1100 Chesapeake Bldg
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
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