This Position is for an Instructional Assistant Professor or Instructor (Department of Biology) with a public university work location in University, MS.

Position Description

The Department of Biology at the University of Mississippi (UM) is seeking an Instructional Assistant Professor (IAP) or Instructor who will be responsible for teaching courses in microbiology for non-majors and one of the following courses: human anatomy and physiology or introductory biology for non-majors. The IAP/instructor will also participate in department recruitment events and provide departmental faculty service. This position is a nine-month academic year, non-tenure track appointment, with promotion possibilities. IAP/ Instructor contracts are subject to renewal on an annual basis.  

Job Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for instruction of non-majors courses and will be expected to participate in department recruitment events and provide departmental faculty service.

Position Details

Appointment: 9 month

Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have either a Ph.D. (preferred, for Instructional Assistant Professor) or an M.S. degree (for Instructor) in Biology or a related field. They must also have experience in teaching microbiology and human anatomy and physiology courses for non-majors and demonstrate a commitment to pedagogical innovation and inclusivity in the classroom.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.