Instructor

Biology Department, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences.

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Instructor in Biology to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. Applicants should be prepared to offer a variety of instructional formats such as in-person, hybrid, and online. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

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Salary: $50,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The Department of Biology at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Instructor to teach Biology in the Modern World (Biol 1000), Introductory Biology Laboratory (Biol 1060), and possibly other biology courses to begin August 2024. The successful candidate will teach 18 credit/contact hours per 9-month academic year and manage Biol 1060 laboratory sections each semester. Teaching assignments may include, but are not limited to, Biol 1000, 1060, 1300, 1310, 1350, 1360, 3020, and 3830. The workload for this position is 75% teaching and 25% service, which includes development and coordination of the Biol 1060 Introductory Biology lab sections for non-majors. Applicants must have at least a master's degree in biology or a closely-related discipline.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by June 7, 2024 at 12:00 PM MDT.
• Potential interview dates: the week of June 17, 2024.
• Potential start date: August 19, 2024.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Master's degree in biology or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• A PhD in biology or a closely related field.
• 1 (one) year of undergraduate biology teaching experience in lecture and lab settings.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Tasks may involve using a computer continuously for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

UCCS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Under the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu.