Job Posting for Academic Joint Departments - Non-Tenure - Teaching Instructor - Department of Genetics at University of Alabama at Birmingham

Position Information

School/College

Academic Joint Departments

Title

Academic Joint Departments - Non-Tenure - Teaching Instructor - Department of Genetics

Assignment Category

Full-Time

Rank

Instructor

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Payroll Status

Faculty 12

Job Description

Teaching Instructor (Department of Genetics)

School/College: UAB Heersink School of Medicine | Academic Joint Departments

Assignment Category: Full-Time

Rank: Teaching Instructor

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Payroll Status: 12 month

Job Description

The Department of Genetics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Heersink School of Medicine invites applications for a Teaching Instructor faculty position to teach several courses in Genetics and Genomic Sciences Undergraduate Program GGSC: https://catalog.uab.edu/coursedescriptions/ggsc/ as well as develop new courses in support of the future growth of the GGSC program. Candidates with teaching expertise in Genetics and Genomics sciences with particular emphasis on topics related to genetic model systems, genome structure and organization, bioinformatics and pharmacogenetics are encouraged to apply. Strong candidates will have scientific training in the areas of genetics, genomics, or both, with demonstrated excellence in teaching. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to apply innovative approaches to teaching basic science and applied (research and clinical) concepts in the fields of genetics and genomics at the undergraduate level.

The Department of Genetics is comprised of an interdisciplinary group of faculty focused on performing basic laboratory and clinical research. We are a highly collaborative community actively serving the university mission of excellence in research, service, and teaching. To learn more about the Department of Genetics click here (https://www.uab.edu/medicine/genetics/).

Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally renowned research university and academic medical center with more than $715 million in annual research funding and an economic impact on the state exceeding $12.1 billion a year. UAB is Alabama’s largest employer, with some 28,000 employees, and was named Forbes’ No. 1 Large Employer in the United States in 2021. UAB enrollment surpassed 21,500 for the fifth consecutive year in fall 2022. The university offers more than 180 degree programs in nine schools and one college. The pillars of UAB’s mission include education, research, innovation and economic development, community engagement and patient care. Learn more at www.uab.edu.

Required Qualifications

PhD

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates will have demonstrated excellence in education at the undergraduate level, documentation of the use of innovative approaches to education, and a demonstrated willingness to be involved in educational organization.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Student Teaching Evaluations if any

Open Date: 1/1/24

Open Until Filled: Yes. Will begin reviewing applications 1/31/24

EEO Statement

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

COVID-19 Vaccination Statement

The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve. Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise. If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.

Pre-employment Background Check

A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

Required Qualifications

PhD

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F2296P

Open Date

01/01/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

EEO Statement

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

COVID-19 Vaccination Statement

Pre-employment Background Check

A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)

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