Job Description

As part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University is seeking applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. This position contributes to the education of graduate biomedical science (BMS) students seeking a Master's of Science degree within MU-WCOM. This faculty member will promote Marian University’s mission and identity by providing classroom instruction that allows learners to acquire a competence with the fundamental concepts and facts related to the biochemistry and molecular biology of human homeostasis and disease. Application of biochemical processes to human health are within the scope of this discipline.

This faculty member provides expertise in biochemistry and molecular biology using skills and experience to oversee assigned parts of the graduate curriculum. Teaching and course director responsibilities will include the Medical Biochemistry and the Molecular Biology & Genetics courses in the MU-WCOM BMS Program and will be guided by the program objectives. Pursuit of an appropriate research agenda and mentorship of students in research is also part of the faculty responsibility at MU-WCOM. Responsibilities of this position also include service work on faculty committees within the BMS program, MU-WCOM, and Marian University as well as guiding the academic progress of student advisees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values, honoring the legacy of the founding congregation, promoting unity in diversity, and integrating the Catholic Franciscan intellectual traditions in courses, programs, and services.
• Faculty members of the MU-WCOM who provide training in biochemistry, molecular biology, and genetics and contribute to the mission and success of the college and the success of its students through excellent teaching, scholarly activity and service to the University and community.
• Faculty participate in the development, delivery, evaluation and improvement of the curriculum
• Supervise and direct active learning by the students in biochemistry and molecular biology & genetics courses.
• Contribute to the development of curriculum and engage in continuous improvement of the curriculum.
• Prepare and deliver lectures and other learning activities in areas of the candidate’s expertise
• Develop learning evaluations that align with the principles extant in the COM such as board-style MCQ.
• Participate in faculty development activities, especially those that foster best educational practices and incorporate active learning methods.

• Develop and pursue scholarly activity (broadly understood) in the candidate’s area of interest commensurate with the mission and goals of MU-WCOM.

• As appropriate, engage in publication, grant seeking activity

• Contribute to the service obligations of MU-WCOM by service on committees, course direction and other assignments.

• Other duties may be assigned.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements:

• To be qualified for this position the candidate will have a Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics or a related field and have demonstrated expertise in these areas that would support teaching at the graduate level.
• Teaching experience serving as a course director and ability to teach in a large group setting is desired.
• Mentorship of graduate students doing research would be possible and service on thesis committees is encouraged.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For Consideration All Applications Require:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current resume or CV
3. Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile.
4. Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions.

Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:

https://www.marian.edu/faith

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply