What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor - Biology position at The City University of New York?
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The mission of the Natural Sciences Department is to provide high quality educational programs in science and engineering as well as in support courses for the AAS, Allied Health and Liberal Arts programs. The Department assists students to: develop the skills required to analyze the mechanics of the natural and physical environment, learn to think critically, communicate effectively, cultivate an understanding of basic scientific and ethical values, and become responsible citizens of the world. The department also plays a major role in guiding our students of diverse, multicultural backgrounds to acquire advanced knowledge and research skills empowering them to pursue higher education degrees in science and engineering.
The Natural Sciences Department invites applicants with experience teaching Biology to a diverse undergraduate student body. Faculty members are required to teach, conduct research and develop specialized courses in their area of expertise, share departmental and college responsibilities, perform administrative duties, and provide mentoring and advisement to students. Essential functions require in-person work/on-campus presence.
Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in Biology with specialization in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Microbiology or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
The Following Qualifications Are Preferred
$75465 - $82,928; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
How To Apply
Applications should be submitted online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigating the following links: “Employment”, “Job posting on CUNY First”, and “Search Job Listings”.
Please Submit The Following Documents With Your Online Application
Open until filled with review of applications to begin April 15, 2025
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
30037
Location
Hostos Community College
The mission of the Natural Sciences Department is to provide high quality educational programs in science and engineering as well as in support courses for the AAS, Allied Health and Liberal Arts programs. The Department assists students to: develop the skills required to analyze the mechanics of the natural and physical environment, learn to think critically, communicate effectively, cultivate an understanding of basic scientific and ethical values, and become responsible citizens of the world. The department also plays a major role in guiding our students of diverse, multicultural backgrounds to acquire advanced knowledge and research skills empowering them to pursue higher education degrees in science and engineering.
The Natural Sciences Department invites applicants with experience teaching Biology to a diverse undergraduate student body. Faculty members are required to teach, conduct research and develop specialized courses in their area of expertise, share departmental and college responsibilities, perform administrative duties, and provide mentoring and advisement to students. Essential functions require in-person work/on-campus presence.
Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in Biology with specialization in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Microbiology or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
The Following Qualifications Are Preferred
- Experience in the teaching of diverse undergraduate student body and record of scholarship achievements are required.
- Availability to teach evening and weekend classes.
- Demonstrated expertise in in the field of Biology and interest in developing general and research courses in Biology at Hostos Community College and dual degree programs in STEM disciplines with senior colleges of The City University of New York. Record of procurement of external funding is highly desirable
$75465 - $82,928; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
How To Apply
Applications should be submitted online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigating the following links: “Employment”, “Job posting on CUNY First”, and “Search Job Listings”.
Please Submit The Following Documents With Your Online Application
- letter of interest
- curriculum vitae
- evidence of teaching ability
- contact information for at least three references
Open until filled with review of applications to begin April 15, 2025
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
30037
Location
Hostos Community College
Salary : $75,465 - $82,928
