Teaching Assistant Professor position in Microbiology

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor on a 9- or 10-month basis with an anticipated start date as early as 1 January 2025. The position is outside of the tenure stream and subject to annual review. Applicants must have a PhD in biology or applicable field and previous teaching experience. Courses could include Microbiology, Foundations of Biology, and courses in the candidate's discipline, such as Immunology, Virology, or Microbial Ecology. Other preferred qualifications include documented success in some or all of the following areas: teaching large undergraduate classes, use of evidence-based teaching practices, ability to develop effective teaching strategies for diverse student populations, and formal training in pedagogy. Duties include teaching 2 to 3 courses per term (depending on class size); evening sections may be needed.

The Department of Biological Sciences is a highly interactive community situated on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. We are dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students in our research, education, and outreach missions. The department and university nurture a strong teaching community with active efforts in teaching innovation and pedagogical research. Pittsburgh is a city that is often voted "most livable" in the nation. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that values and nurtures diverse perspectives (https://www.provost.pitt.edu/university-pittsburgh-embracing-diversity-and-inclusion). Further information about the Department of Biological Sciences is available at: http://www.biology.pitt.edu.To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a CV, (c) a teaching portfolio (teaching statement, teaching materials, teaching evaluations), and (d) a brief description of how your teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least three letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to biojobs@pitt.edu.

Applications will be reviewed starting 25 September 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment requires administrative and budgetary approval. The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment, so the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community is essential.