Two Teaching Assistant Professors in Physiology

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for two full-time Teaching Assistant Professors, each on a 9- or 10-month basis, with an anticipated start date of 15 August 2025. The positions are outside of the tenure stream and subject to annual review. Applicants must have a PhD in biology or applicable field and previous teaching experience. Courses will include some combinations of Anatomy and/or Physiology Lectures and Lab courses for Biology majors. Additional courses will be based on the expertise of the instructor and could include lecture or lab courses such as Genetics, Biochemistry, or Foundations of Biology. One of the positions will be 50% remote teaching of Anatomy and/or Physiology lecture courses. Other preferred qualifications include documented success in some or all of the following areas: teaching large undergraduate classes, teaching undergraduate lab courses, use of evidence-based teaching practices, ability to develop effective teaching strategies for diverse student populations, and formal training in pedagogy. For the position involving remote teaching, training or experience in remote teaching is preferred. Duties include teaching 2 to 3 courses (depending on class size) or up to 4 sections of a single laboratory course per term; evening sections may be needed.

The Department of Biological Sciences is a highly interactive community situated on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. We are dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students in our research, education, and outreach missions. The department and university nurture a strong teaching community with active efforts in teaching innovation and pedagogical research. Pittsburgh is a city that is often voted "most livable" in the nation. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that values and nurtures diverse perspectives (https://www.provost.pitt.edu/university-pittsburgh-embracing-diversity-and-inclusion). Further information about the Department of Biological Sciences is available at http://www.biology.pitt.edu.

To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a CV, (c) a teaching portfolio (teaching statement, teaching materials, teaching evaluations), and (d) a brief description of how your teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least three letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to biojobs@pitt.edu.

Applications will be reviewed starting 7 October 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. The appointments require administrative and budgetary approval. The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment, so the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community is essential.

Additional required documents; a teaching portfolio (teaching statement, teaching materials, teaching evaluations), and a brief description of how your teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least three letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to biojobs@pitt.edu

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

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