Teaching Assistant Professor-BIOL 278
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Biology - 318200

Application Deadline:

12/21/2024

Position Type:

Visiting / Part-time Faculty

Working Title:

Teaching Assistant Professor-BIOL 278

Appointment Type:

Teaching Assistant Professor

Position Number:

20067845

Vacancy ID:

F003256

Full-time/Part-time:

Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week:

9

FTE:

0.225

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

05/01/2025

Estimated duration of appointment:

3 months

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Department of Biology at UNC-Chapel Hill is dedicated to the discovery and dissemination of new and existing knowledge in the broad discipline of Biology by maintaining a high-quality faculty who integrate cutting-edge research and student-focused teaching.

We are one of the largest academic departments in the College of Arts and Sciences. We have over 2,800 majors and we enroll over 5,000 undergraduate students in our classes each year. Our average total annual expenditures exceed $24 million, with nearly half of that coming from grant sponsored research. Our large research base spans many areas of biology and supports several outstanding graduate programs. We consist of 50 tenure-track faculty, 10 teaching faculty, 8 research faculty, and numerous active adjunct and emeritus faculty who are engaged in basic and interdisciplinary research and teaching, both within the department and between other departments and schools at UNC.

We currently have 50 graduate students, 40 post-docs and employs approximately 60 additional graduate and undergraduate students from across the university to assist in our teaching and research missions. Further, we are supported by an administrative staff of 20, with an additional 20 staff directly supporting research.

Position Summary:

The Department of Biology at UNC-Chapel Hill will hire a visiting Teaching Associate Professor to teach BIOL 278 Animal Behavior during the second session of Summer School 2025. This course provides an introduction to animal behavior with an emphasis on diversity and adaptations in natural conditions. Strong candidates should have the skills and experience needed to teach a course in their area of expertise as well as have a record of successful undergraduate teaching.

The instructor will be expected to:
* Prepare a syllabus, outlining topics and reading assignments for each class period
* Prepare and present lectures for each 90-minute class 5 days a week
* Prepare exams and assign grades or provide guidance to TAs about grading
* Post class materials (e.g., PowerPoint presentations, synopsis of main points, assignments) on the learning management system before each class or recitation
* Hold regular office hours
* Respond promptly to email messages from students

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

PhD in the biological sciences or a related field of study; or the appropriate graduate level training

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Relevant college teaching experience

Special Physical/Mental Requirements :

None

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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