D’Youville University, School of Arts, Sciences, and Education (SASE)
Assistant Professor of Biology, Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
The Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics in the School of Arts, Sciences, and Education (SASE) at D’Youville University invites qualified applications for an Assistant Professor of Biology with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We seek a candidate committed to enhancing and supporting diversity on campus while having a strong passion for teaching, both in the classroom and laboratory, in a liberal arts setting. The candidate shall possess an aptitude for teaching to all levels of students with a priority to promote equity in education. While we primarily teach on ground, the ideal candidate will have some online teaching experience or be open to the idea of teaching online should the need arise. We welcome all degrees associated with the biological sciences. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in biology disciplines such as general biology, microbiology, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, and/or cell biology.
The Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics offers bachelor’s degrees in biology, biochemistry, and chemistry, several unique minors, and a master’s degree in anatomy. Members of the department also serve numerous health science degree programs in conjunction with the School of Health Professions.
POSITION EXPECTATIONS
Applicants are expected to teach full-time courses required by a diverse student population and multiple degree programs. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, student-centric and service-minded, with the ability to work collaboratively in teams, with a record of excellence and creativity in teaching. Regular activities include teaching and related course preparation, holding office hours, serving on departmental and university committees, and engagement in community service opportunities. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain scholarly activity, with the potential to involve undergraduate or graduate students in their work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Terminal degree (Ph.D.) in a discipline among the biological sciences is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We encourage applicants to have a strong teaching record, which includes teaching introductory courses and upper-level courses in their area of expertise. An ambition for an innovative pedagogical approach to student engagement and success is greatly desired. A passion for working with diverse populations and to remove the barriers to equity at the classroom level is highly encouraged.
TO APPLY
For full consideration, interested candidates should submit 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a brief statement of teaching interests/experience and philosophy, 4) a brief statement of a scholarly activity plan, and 5) a list of 3-5 references that can be contacted if necessary.
Work Remotely - No
Work Location: Buffalo, NY
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year
Additional Salary Information
Faculty rank will be commensurate with education andqualifications.
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimateof the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associatedresponsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selectedcandidate.
About the Institution:
D’Youville is a highly regarded private university and research institution with a rich history located on the vibrant West Side of Buffalo adjacent to a growing downtown with year-round cultural events and outdoor recreation. While preparing students for the 21st-century, D’Youville excels at helping students reach their career goals as change agents, doing well for themselves and their communities by doing good. Under the leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, the university is moving boldly forward through a dynamic and integrated planning process to strengthen the institution and positively impact the student experience and surrounding community.
Founded in 1908, the Grey Nuns named the college after the Patron Saint Marguerite D’Youville and committed to making it a compassionate place of learning for those from underrepresented populations. That commitment and tradition continue today. D’Youville was the first college in Western New York to offer baccalaureate degree programs for women. With a long Catholic history, D’Youville welcomes students of every culture, background, and faith and is a place where different faith traditions can be openly shared and respected. Coeducational since 1971, D’Youville strives to expand opportunities for diverse learners, including adults, first-generation, low-income, and other students historically underrepresented in higher education.
Today, D’Youville features an urban, growing campus community of 3,000 students and offers more than 50 majors in undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies including advanced certificates and accelerated learning programs. Featuring degrees in healthcare, business, and the liberal arts, D’Youville encourages students to balance their learning with activities that integrate community service with coursework. D’Youville’s proud graduates have the academic strengths necessary for careers that make a difference and the skills to be leaders for the world. All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to be employed in NYS as determined by NYS DOL. To learn more about D’Youville, please visit http://www.dyu.edu/
D’Youville University continues to grow its commitment to Diversity, EQUITY, and Inclusion. Remaining true to the teachings of our Patroness, St. Marguerite d’Youville, we seek to selflessly and compassionately contribute to humanity by improving the lives of individuals and society through education. D’Youville University was founded to extend a hand to those in need and equip them, through education, with the skills necessary to change the world.
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About D’Youville College
Founded in 1908, D’Youville College is an MSCHE-accredited, independent Catholic college located in the city of Buffalo, New York. D’Youville offers its 3,000 students preeminent education in undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs in allied health professions, education, business, and liberal arts.
D’Youville’s success is built on the commitment that our students learn how to think critically, work with others, be leaders, and communicate effectively – all skills employers look for in the people they hire. D’Youville is an exceptionally collegial and exciting place to work and learn. Its motivating plan for the future and expanded outreach to the region, state, nation and global community provide wonderful opportunities.
D’Youville is situated in the Prospect Park/Lower West Side neighborhood, one of Buffalo’s most diverse and historic neighborhoods with fine examples of residential architecture from the last hundred years. The city is in the midst of a remarkable transformation, including a redeveloped waterfront and revitalized neighborhoods. Buffalo is home to several Frank Lloyd Wright buildings, Frederick Law Olmstead parks, and of course, the chicken wing!
Join us, and be a part of Buffalo’s renaissance.
When inquiring or applying for positions at D’Youville College, please also reference AcademicCareers.com
Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and professional and administrative staff employment opportunities at D’Youville College and at other institutions of higher education in the region on www.AcademicCareers.com
To receive email alerts when new jobs at D’Youville College are posted, job seekers can sign up at new job openings at D’Youville College.