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Intern, Student (AFRL Scholars) (Part Time)

Oklahoma City University

Intern, Student (AFRL Scholars) (Part Time)

Oklahoma City, OK
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    The Department of Biology in the Petree College of Arts and Sciences at Oklahoma City University is seeking a visiting assistant or associate professor (non-tenure-track, nine-month faculty position) whose innovative and creative instruction will complement and enhance the department’s pre-health profession related programs.  Successful candidates should have a deep commitment to academic excellence and a belief in a liberal arts education where diversity and inclusion, ethical and critical thinking, and effective communication are highly valued.  A completed Ph.D. in related field and a proven record of university-level teaching, research, and service are required for this nine-month, non-tenure-track position.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with a start date for the position of August 2020.  Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology and/or Cell Biology. 

     

    QUALIFICATIONS

    A completed Ph.D. and previous college teaching experience are required.  Subject areas of teaching that are of particular importance to the department include courses in biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, and others that complement the pre-health profession related curriculum. 

     

    DUTIES

    Duties of the position include teaching 24 credit hours, active participation in departmental, school, and university meetings and participation on committees as assigned, active participation in the department's assessment program, and in student recruiting and retention efforts for the college and the university.

     

    THE DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY

    Biology students at OKCU enjoy small classes sizes with a variety of traditional, online, and field-trip formats, taught by Ph.D. faculty that also guide students through one of four curricular paths (Biology, Biology Education, Biomedical Science, and Cell and Molecular Biology) and through preparation for graduate school or employment after graduation.

     

    THE PETREE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES AT OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY

    The Petree College of Arts and Sciences embraces the value of a liberal arts education and prepares students in all disciplines to think critically, creatively, and ethically. Our students are challenged to become servant leaders through an education that engages them to become socially and ecologically responsible citizens in our world. Through rigorous coursework taught by excellent faculty, the Petree College is committed to an education that is relevant, socially engaged, and life transforming. The faculty and staff of Petree College are not only concerned about preparing students for careers. More importantly, we want to prepare you for life. We hope that you will join us to participate in an education that will make a difference for you and for the world.

     

    ABOUT OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY

    Oklahoma City University was founded in 1904 and is a coeducational, urban, private university located in the Uptown district of Oklahoma City. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers a wide variety of degrees in the liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Oklahoma City University is the only Oklahoma institution listed in the top tier of the regional, master's-level university category by U.S. News and World Report magazine.

     

    EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

    The faculty of OCU are afforded a generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to fit the needs of you and your family.  Benefits offered include: health (medical, dental and vision) insurance, flexible spending accounts, university paid life insurance, university paid long-term disability insurance, retirement plans, and tuition remission for employees and qualifying dependents who wish to take classes or pursue a degree at OCU.

     

    PROCEDURE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS

    Submit a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, research interests, list of professional references, and unofficial transcripts.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with a start date for the position of August 2020

     

    CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

    Search Chair: Professor and Chair of Biology, Adam Ryburn, aryburn@okcu.edu

    Diversity Advocate: Professor of Chemistry, Stephen Prilliman, sgprilliman@okcu.edu

    Oklahoma City University is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the values and goals of diversity.

    Required Skills Required Experience

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