Position Title:

Part-time Faculty - Biology, Fall 2024

Campus:

Portland

City, State:

Portland ME

Department:

Biological Science - PBIO

Bargaining Unit:

PATFA

Statement of Job:

The University of Southern Maine’s Department of Biological Sciences invites applicants for part-time faculty positions to teach undergraduate courses for our Fall 2024 Semester beginning September 3, 2024.

Courses to be taught include:

Biological Principles I: Cell Biology (BIO 105) – this course is an introduction to the scientific principles of molecular biology, cell biology, and genetics. This course meets Monday and Wednesday, 3:30 – 4:45PM on the Portland Campus. This is an in-person course.

Genetics (BIO 201) – this course studies the organization, transmission and expression of genes and genomes. This course meets Tuesday and Thursday, 3:30 – 4:45PM on the Portland Campus. This is an in-person course.

Applicants can apply to teach one or both courses (please indicate preference in your cover letter).

USM’s Department of Biological Sciences (https://usm.maine.edu/department-biological-sciences/) offers undergraduate degree programs with tracks in general biology, human biology, biotechnology, and teacher certification, including a graduate degree. Our department plays a vital role in advancing scientific knowledge, training the next generation of biologists, and contributing to the understanding and conservation of natural ecosystems.

Part-time faculty members are paid on a credit hour basis based on prior college teaching experience. In addition, USM employees can use their USM Card to access the library, Cigna Employee Assistance Plan, and fitness center (s). USM also offers part-time faculty the opportunity for development frequently through our Center for Collaboration and Development (CCD) and the chance to get an online teaching certification and training through CTEL, in addition to other developmental opportunities open to all staff throughout the year.

The University of Southern Maine (file://fs01.ad.usm.maine.edu/data1/hrs/common/MICHL/Wendy/SEARCHES%202024/usm.maine.edu) is committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. It embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact supports the University of Southern Maine’s DEIA and Community Impact (https://usm.maine.edu/equity-inclusion-community-impact/diversity-equity-inclusion-accessibility-deia-and-community-impa-0) focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

We live our USM Service Promise: Student Focused Every Day. We are looking for a team member who understands that promise and supports our core values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.

The University of Southern Maine (USM) is located in the intellectual, cultural, and economic heart of Maine. Over 60 languages are spoken within an hour’s drive of our three campuses in Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston. USM’s three environmentally friendly campuses are unique, yet all share the extensive resources of the university — and all are energized through strong community partnerships. Offering easy access to Boston, plus the ocean, mountains, and forests of coastal, inland, and northern Maine, USM is at the heart of Maine's most exciting metropolitan region. Our faculty are dedicated researchers and experts in their fields, including multiple recipients of national grants, awards, and fellowships and state, national, and global partnerships are steps from our campuses.

Want to know more about employment, benefits, and local resources? Our Employment (https://usm.maine.edu/employment) webpage has additional information to help you become more familiar with developing a new career at USM as well as exploring everything the greater Southern Maine area has to offer.

Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in biology, health professions, or related field.

• Previous teaching experience in relevant topics is strongly preferred.

  Other Information:

To apply please click on "APPLY FOR POSITION" at the bottom of this page or visit USM Jobs (file://fs01.ad.usm.maine.edu/data1/hrs/common/MICHL/Wendy/SEARCHES%202023/usm.maine.edu/jobs) .

You will need to upload a cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae, including a list of the names and contact information for three references.

We will examine candidate packages on an ongoing basis as they are submitted.

Applications will be reviewed as completed and will continue until the position is filled.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

Required Documents:

Cover Letter, CV/Resume