Job Information
Michigan State University(MSU) Instructor-Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan
Position Summary
The Department of Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology (MGI) at Michigan State University (
https://mgi.natsci.msu.edu/
) is seeking two instructors to serve as team members for teaching our core microbiology-related lab and lecture courses, specifically
Introductory and Advanced Microbiology Laboratory
courses, as well as other microbiology-related lab and lecture courses. These are full-time, 9-month fixed-term (non-tenure track) academic year appointments, renewable annually based on funding and performance. Initially, the successful candidate will work directly with a primary faculty member to guide a diverse population of undergraduates with their assigned individual and collaborative group laboratory activities, as well as to deliver course content, manage course-associated online learning platforms, develop assessment tools, and grade student work. Future advancement opportunities may include becoming the primary instructor for the
Introductory Microbiology Laboratory
course.
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
Masters
Desired Degree
Doctorate
Minimum Requirements
MS degree (minimum) in Microbiology, Biology, or a closely related discipline.
Demonstration of teaching potential through prior experience as a teaching assistant or instructor. education-related professional development or training, or service as laboratory supervisor.
Commitment to or experience with advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion by cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments for a diverse group of learners.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Commitment to professional development.
Desired Qualifications
PhD degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a closely related discipline.
Experience with teaching introductory microbiology or general biology laboratory courses.
Experience in research utilizing microbiology-or biology-related techniques.
Teaching or assisting with microbiology-or biology-related undergraduate lecture and/or hybrid courses.
Experience using online learning management systems, such as D2L.
Management of graduate TAs and/or undergraduate learning assistants.
Required Application Materials
Applicants should submit a letter of application (no more than 5 pages) that describes your interest in this position, along with responses to the following questions: