Assistant Professor Biology Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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Primary Purpose:

Perform teaching, scholarship/research, and service consistent with current university faculty policy manual.

Job Category: Exempt

Hiring Range:  Commensurate with Experience

Pay Basis:  Annually

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Teaches courses as negotiated with the department chair in anatomy and physiology, general biology, and other upper-level biology courses in a variety of potential formats (online, in person with and without lab, etc.). The successful candidate must be able to teach anatomy and physiology.
2. Participates in curriculum and/or program development, as assigned.
3. Be accessible to students, according to College guidelines; maintains regular office hours for student advising and consultation.
4. Conducts scholarship/research activities.
5. Serves and contributes to appropriate college and university committees.
6. Provides community service and participates in university, college and departmental functions that contribute to campus life, such as athletic events, orientations, receptions, commencements, etc.
7. Attends meetings as required.
8. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Required Certifications/Licensures: Proficiency in use of computer hardware and curriculum related software.

Required Education: Doctoral Degree

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: 

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Experience or interest in developing online courses.
2. College-level teaching experience.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.