Visiting Faculty In Biology

Summary: The Biology Department in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is seeking applications for three full-time, one academic year (approximately 9 month) teaching positions, renewable for up to three years.

We seek candidates with excellent communication and interpersonal skills that have demonstrated success in supporting diversity through inclusive student-centered teaching. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates from underrepresented groups, and from candidates who have interest and/or experience in working with diverse student and community populations.

Required Qualifications and Education:

• Masters degree or higher in a relevant field in Biology

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and commitment to experiential and high-impact teaching practices.

• Experience in or demonstrated understand ding of social justice education and/or initiatives, and/or inclusion, diversity, and/or intercultural training.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organismal background and ability to teach general biology to majors and/or nonmajors

• Ability to teach in both face-to-face and online environments

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting diversity among students, faculty, and communities

Responsibilities:

• Teach 12 credits each semester

• Ability to teach in more than one of the following areas:

• BIO 104

• Biology for the 21st Century (Nonmajors)

• BIO 120

• General Biology I (Cellular Biology and Genetics)

• BIO 121

• General Biology II (Organisms, Ecology and Evolution)

• BIO 215 - Ecology

• Genetics Courses

• Organismal Courses (both plant and animal) - for example, Plant Ecology, Plant Identification and Natural History, Ornithology, Natural History of Vertebrates, or other plant and animal courses related to candidate's area of expertise.

Salary: $50,000

Benefits: The university offers an excellent comprehensive package that includes health plans, life insurance, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus fitness facilities. Family and child care options on and off-campus are also available. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit Visiting Faculty Benefits

• Benefits and Wellness

• Grand Valley State University (gvsu.edu).

Department/College: The Biology Department at Grand Valley State University has undergraduate degree-granting programs in Biology, Natural Resource and Environmental Management, Wildlife Biology and Fisheries and Aquatic Science, and a Masters Degree Program in Biology. Its 40 full-time faculty value teaching excellence, active scholarship, and inclusive service to the university and community and encourage interdisciplinary and exploratory approaches to teaching and research. High impact field and lab experiences and community collaboration are hallmarks of our relevant, interdisciplinary curriculum. There are numerous collaborative opportunities for faculty and students across a wide group of partners within the department, across campus and in the community. For more information, see our web site at gvsu.edu/biology or call (616) 331-2470.

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is the largest college at Grand Valley, offering over 50 bachelor degrees and a growing number of advanced degrees in the natural and mathematical sciences, the fine arts and humanities, and the social sciences. CLAS is a student-centered and diverse learning community that engages in critical inquiry, extending knowledge to enrich and enliven individual and public life. Our faculty are active teacher-scholars committed to equitable, inclusive, career-connected, and community-engaged liberal arts and sciences education. There are many opportunities for collaboration within CLAS and across a broad group of partners on and off campus. We are interested in attracting new faculty committed to these core values as we seek to foster a community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive together.

Campus/University: Grand Valley University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale, downtown Grand Rapids, and Holland, plus centers in Detroit, Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities, and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students' social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people, is affordable, and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago, Detroit, Lake Michigan beaches, and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Information can be found at Community Resources

• Human Resources

• Grand Valley State University (gvsu.edu). Grand Valley is highly rated for safety, sustainability, and veteran and LGBTQ friendliness, and is committed to supporting employees and their families in work-life balance.

How To Apply: A complete application must include: (1) a cover letter addressing qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement on commitment to inclusive excellence that includes a summary of ongoing and anticipated activities to promote diversity, inclusion, and equity in your teaching, (4) contact information of three professional references, and (5) graduate transcripts (unofficial issued to students are acceptable to apply). Apply online at GVSU Careers. The online application will allow applicants to attach these documents electronically. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Email questions about the position to the Biology Department Chair, Dr. Joseph Jacquot at jacquotj@gvsu.edu.

Application Deadline: The review process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

Allendale, Michigan 49401 - (616) 331-5000

For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at www.gvsu.edu

Grand Valley State University is an EOE which includes protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. See http://www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.