Associate Professor of Biology

Associate Professor of Biology positions available at Newman University, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas.

To apply, submit resume and cover letter to: Geri Tyrell, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, 3100 W. McCormick, Wichita, Kansas 67213 or by email to [email protected].

Job duties:

1. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate students on topics such as molecular biology, biological science, and microbiology.
2. Establish, teach, and monitor students' compliance with safety rules for handling chemicals, equipment, and other hazardous materials.
3. Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory performance, assignments, and papers.
4. Attend Newman University’s Fall Institute, Community Meetings, Academic Assembly Meetings, Matriculation Mass, Academic Awards Convocation, Baccalaureate Mass, and Graduation.
5. Direct student activities and academic-related administrative assignments.
6. Supervise students' laboratory work.
7. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
8. Supervise undergraduate teaching, internship, and research work.
9. Assist with compiling, administering, and grading examinations.
10. Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
11. Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
12. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
13. Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
14. Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
15. Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
16. Select, order, and maintain materials and supplies for teaching and research, such as textbooks, chemicals, and laboratory equipment.
17. Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
18. Prepare and submit required reports related to instruction.
19. Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
20. Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities. Mentor junior faculty members, such as Assistant Professors of Biology.
21. Serve on committees or in professional societies.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education Requirement: PhD or foreign equivalent in Biology, Biochemistry, or directly related field.


 

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.