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About the Role
The Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks a full-time Continuing-Track Lecturer to teach introductory biology, ecology, and evolution courses to undergraduate students. This is a benefited, 2-year renewable position with potential for long-term careers and advancement within Lecturer ranks, including Continuing Appointment and Promotions. The department supports faculty professional growth through various development programs and grants.
Responsibilities
- Teaching large lecture sections (100-200+ students) of Introductory Biology II (BIOL 152), Evolution (BIOL 280), and Ecology (BIOL 287).
- Implementing evidence-based pedagogical practices that promote active learning and student engagement.
- Developing experiential learning opportunities for students within the Biology major.
- Departmental and Institutional Service as appropriate for the career stage.
- Contributing to the Biology curriculum by participating in ongoing discussions of pedagogical best practices and science education research.
- Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, equality and inclusiveness.
- Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. in Biology or a closely-related field is required.
- Post-secondary teaching experience involving substantial responsibility for course instruction and/or course design is required.
- Ability to implement evidence-based pedagogical practices that promote active learning and student engagement.
Skills
- Teaching introductory biology, ecology, and evolution courses.
- Implementing evidence-based pedagogical practices.
- Promoting active learning and student engagement.
- Developing experiential learning opportunities.
- Curriculum development.
- Collaboration and teamwork.
- Promoting equality and inclusiveness.
Location
- Amherst
Work Type
- Full Time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Postdoctoral experience is preferred.
- Experience teaching large-enrollment courses is preferred.
Education Level
- Ph.D. in Biology or a closely-related field
Salary/Compensations
- $65,550.00 - $87,601.00
Benefits
- Benefited position
About the Company
- The Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has a robust community of Lecturers dedicated to improving the life science curriculum.
- The University and College of Natural Sciences invest in faculty's continued professional growth through the Center of Teaching and Learning, the Office of Faculty Development, and College of Natural Sciences Faculty Development Programs.
- Lecturers are eligible for professional development grants and fellowships.
- UMass Amherst and CNS strive to be a community where every individual feels a sense of belonging, is included, and is valued.
- These values are reflected in the College of Natural Sciences’ Inclusive Excellence framework and in the UMass Amherst’s For the Common Good: 2024–2034 Strategic Plan.
Equal Opportunity
- The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.