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Touro University Assistant Professor of Biology in New York, New York
Overview
Touro University's New York School of Career and Applied Studies is looking for applicants to join our Manhattan campus faculty. The undergraduate Biology Department offers courses toward our B.S. in Biology, which includes the Medical Honors Pathway, Dental Honors Pathway, and the fast track PharmD degree. The Department also teaches classes within the AAS in Nursing, Medical Assistant, and Medical Imaging programs. The professor would be required to teach at least four undergraduate classes per semester which may range from Principles of Biology to advanced electives, lectures, and labs.
Responsibilities
The Assistant Professor of Biology will be responsible for a wide range of activities including but not limited to the following:
Teach a range of up to four courses per semester using varied modalities including in-person traditional classes, asynchronous online classes, and synchronous, remote classes via zoom. Additional classes may be available for extra compensation.
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, handouts, hands-on activities, and projects.
Be prompt and accurate in the recording and reporting of student data. Support students’ learning goals by considering the needs and abilities of the students, becoming familiar with academic and social support provided by the university, and provide academic advisement.
Contribute to academic life on campus by serving on college committees and participating in student recruitment activities.
Participate in ongoing professional development toward an understanding of advances and developments in the field as well as the teaching profession.
Contribute to the department’s efforts to continually develop and update curriculum.
Support and develop new initiatives for the department.
Build and maintain a laboratory-based research project that involves several undergraduate students per semester.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Ph.D. in Biology or related field.
At least 3 years teaching experience at college level.
Record of research experience and research publications.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication
Interpersonal competencies including diplomacy, professionalism, judgement, and discretion, as well as the ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty, and colleagues.
Proficiency in Canvas, Zoom, and the Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Maximum Salary
USD $66,300.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $53,040.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
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Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
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Job Locations US-NY-New York
ID 2025-11972
College TUNY - New York School of Career & Applied Studies
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift 1
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel 25%
Category Faculty/Academic
FLSA Status Exempt
Location : Country US