The University of Georgia (UGA) Division of Biological Sciences 
(biosciences.uga.edu) welcomes applications for a full-time LECTURER to teach 
Introductory Biology. The new faculty member will join a team of enthusiastic 
and collaborative educators dedicated to improving undergraduate biology 
education through the use of active and innovative approaches. This position is 
a 9-month, non-tenure track, instructional appointment. This position begins 
August 1, 2025.

Responsibilities include instruction of three large-enrollment sections of 
introductory biology each semester. Primary assignment will be in Principles of 
Biology I and II for science majors (BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1108). Fundamental 
themes of biology and biological organization including cellular/molecular 
biology, genetics, organismal biology, physiology, ecology, and evolution are 
addressed in this sequence. The courses are organized and taught according to 
best practices outlined in the AAAS's Vision and Change in Undergraduate 
Biology Education Initiative.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant, dynamic, and forward-thinking 
group of faculty engaged in undergraduate biology instruction across life 
science departments, including several faculty who specialize in biology 
education research. The University of Georgia is also home to the SEER Center 
(Scientists Engaged in Education Research), which supports collaborations among 
scientists and educators across campus to improve undergraduate STEM 
instruction. Opportunities for professional development are available.


Applicants should submit the following materials:

1) Cover letter indicating suitability for the position
2) Resume/CV
3) 1- to 2-page Teaching Statement that addresses how the applicant 
incorporates the National Academy/AAAS "Vision and Change" core concepts and 
competencies in their teaching to students with highly varied backgrounds and a 
wide range of prior experience as reflected by the UGA student body.
4) List of three professional references and their contact information who are 
prepared to write letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2024 and continue until 
filled. All applications received by January 2, 2025 will receive full 
consideration, but the position is open until filled. Questions may be 
addressed to the search committee Chair, Dr. Carrie Pucko 
(cpu...@uga.edu<mailto:cpu...@uga.edu>).

The full job description and application instructions are available at 
https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/403158

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