Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term
Michigan State University

Job no: 875681
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: Lyman Briggs College
Department: Lyman Briggs Dean 10028546
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Education/Training, Fixed Term Faculty, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Working/Functional Title

Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Michigan State University (MSU) and MSU's Lyman Briggs College (LBC) actively promote a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

Founded in 1967, Lyman Briggs College is a vibrant residential STEM college at Michigan State University that focuses on the study of science in its social, historical, and humanistic contexts. This pool posting is for qualified candidates to teach as an instructor for our introductory biology courses. Please note that this position could be part-time or full-time and it is possible that no positions are needed in some semesters. The review of applications is ongoing and continuous, as needed.

LBC's curriculum integrates cutting-edge student-focused science pedagogy with an innovative interdisciplinary curriculum that explores the sciences and the human and social dimensions of the sciences. Our introductory biology courses focus on organismal biology and on cell and molecular biology. We value teaching approaches that include high degrees of empirically-supported best-practices, including elements such as interactive engagement and peer-learning. Our introductory courses include both lecture and lab components. Instructors often teach both lectures and labs, and sometimes supervise graduate teaching assistants who teach labs. Labs are investigation-oriented, with students engaging in the process of scientific discovery whenever possible. Since we are seeking candidates for a pool of available instructors for our classes, specific course needs will vary from semester to semester.

Applicants should have at least a master's degree in a biological field and have research and/or teaching experience. Applicants are especially encouraged who show a commitment to building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment through their teaching, research, and/or community engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in relevant field of study and teaching experience for Instructor level.

Doctorate for Assistant Professor level.

Desired Qualifications

Experience teaching biology in higher education settings.

PhD in relevant field

Required Application Materials

CV including education background / qualifications, a list of publications, teaching and mentoring roles, leadership positions, contributions to the academic community, and efforts in public outreach;

a statement of teaching philosophy that highlights (1) the applicant's commitment to evidence-based practices, (2) the candidate's efforts to address issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the classroom, (3) syllabus design, and (4) mentoring students;

one sample syllabus;

the names and contact information for 3 professional references.

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

Website

https://lbc.msu.edu

Department Statement

The LBC curriculum integrates the natural sciences and mathematics with the history, philosophy, sociology, and communication of the sciences. There are approximately 2,000 students in Lyman Briggs, of which 66% are women. Additionally, 32% of LBC students are members of the Honors College. Faculty work closely with students in small classes and with student groups such as the LBC Inclusivity Committee Student Group and Women in Science. LBC is also a leading center for research on teaching and learning and for interdisciplinary scholarship. The college boasts a dynamic community of students, staff and faculty who make LBC an exceptional place to learn and work.

MSU is home to over 60 science studies scholars, ranging from historians and philosophers of science to legal scholars of science policy. Interactions are facilitated by research centers such as the Center for Ethics, Humanities, and the Life Sciences and the Center for Gender in Global Context. The university fosters a culture of cross-unit collaboration and offers financial resources such as seed grants for science studies scholars to work with STEM/biomedical scholars (http://s3.msu.edu), for interdisciplinary scholars, and for interdisciplinary environmental science collaborations (http://www.espp.msu.edu/research/itbi.php). MSU has many strong STEM departments, two medical schools, a nursing school, and a veterinary school.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Jun 16, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jun 16, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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