What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology position at North Central College?
Posting Number : F000405 Position Title : Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology Department : BIOLOGY Division : College of Arts & Sciences FLSA Status : Exempt Faculty Status : Full-time Faculty Supervisor Title : Chair, Biology Department Status : Full-time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Tenure Track : No Position Summary : The Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications from broadly trained vertebrate physiologists for a one-year visiting position to begin Fall 2025. Appointment at the rank of assistant professor is likely, but qualified candidates may be considered for a higher rank. Teaching responsibilities will include anatomy and physiology courses for biology and pre-health students and possibly teaching introductory or general education courses. The duties in this role include : Teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory biology courses at all levels, utilizing active, engaging pedagogies and research-rich laboratory projects. Teach courses in specialty area of physiology; participate and direct anatomy and physiology courses for biology and pre-health students. Basic qualifications are required at the time of application : PhD in physiology or a related field. Applicants should have potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Preferred qualifications : Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable. Application Requirements : Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter / Letter of Interest Teaching Philosophy Statement of research interests and plans Three letters of recommendation About NCC : Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information, please visit : [http : / / www.noctrl.edu.](http : / / www.noctrl.edu.) North Central College is an EEO Employer. North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. The salary range for this position : $55,000 – $60,000 Open date : January 17, 2025 Final date : Review of applications will begin February 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should complete an application and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests and plans, and three letters of recommendation in an electronic format to : [https : / / northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com / postings / 13706](https : / / northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com / postings / 13706)[.](https : / / www.northcentralcollege.edu / academic-affairs / prospective-and-incomingfaculty.) For further information, contact Jonathan Visick, search committee chair, atjevisicknoctrl.edu.Employment Conditions : An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process. Number of Vacancies : 1 EEO Statement : North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Open Until Filled : Yes Special Instructions to Applicant : Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional Information : Annual salary $55,000-$60,000 North Central College provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes : All-inclusive medical, dental and vision group insurance Health and dependent care savings plans Employer-paid life, AD&D and disability group insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee assistance plan resources 15 paid holidays per year, including 5 days during NCC Winter Break Free access to campus health center, fitness and athletic facilities, and library Employee discount program
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000
