Instructor Job at State University of New York at New Paltz
State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY 12561
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Biology
Budget Title: Instructor
Local Title: Instructor, Biology
Posting Date: November 1, 2022
Classification: N/A
Duties: SUNY New Paltz and the Biology Department seek a full-time, tenure-track instructor and pre-health advisor. We invite candidates that hold a terminal degree in a relevant field (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., D.O., D.P.T., O.D., D.V.M.) and have a passion to teach and work with undergraduates to apply. The successful candidate will teach three course equivalents per semester. Teaching duties will be a mix of undergraduate courses at different levels in our curriculum, including the lecture and lab of Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy.
The successful candidate will also act as a primary academic advisor to biology majors and engage in departmental and institutional service through participation in committees. In addition, the successful candidate will be the pre-health advisor for the School of Science & Engineering serving as a resource for student and faculty regarding program requirements, and would also collaborate with the director of the dual degree medical programs at SUNY New Paltz. There will be no departmental expectation of research for this position but clinical ability will be demonstrated by such things as success in developing clinical experiential learning for students, supervising and mentoring students in field and clinical settings.
Candidates who bring diverse cultural experience and who are especially qualified to mentor and advise all members of our diverse student population are encouraged to apply. This position will start August 2023.
- Teaching introductory-level lab sections, general education courses designed for non-majors, and other courses as required by the needs of the department and associated programs.
- As a pre-health advisor, staying abreast of the prerequisite requirements of a diversity of pre-health career paths, acting as a resource for students and faculty of these requirements through:
- Conducting individual meetings and informational workshops
- Coordinating and writing composite recommendation letters
- Participating in recruitment events, and acting as a liaison with regional stakeholders.
- In collaboration with the director of the dual degree medical programs at SUNY New Paltz, assisting in their management of student interest and participate in candidate interviews.
Qualifications: SUNY New Paltz is seeking a full-time, tenure-track instructor and pre-health
advisor. We invite candidates that hold a terminal degree in a relevant field (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., D.O., D.P.T., O.D., D.V.M.) and have a passion to teach and work with undergraduates to apply.
Priority will be given to candidates with pre-health advising experience. Candidates who bring diverse cultural experience and who are especially qualified to mentor and advise all members of our diverse student population are encouraged to apply.
Contact Information: A complete on‐line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/1872 and provide the following required materials:
~ Letter of application
~ Teaching Statement
~ Pre-Health Advising Statement
~ Curriculum Vitae
~ Graduate transcripts (Unofficial transcripts to be accepted during application process; Official
transcripts required upon start of appointment if selected)
~ A list of three references with relevant contact information.
Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3675
Review of applications will begin December 15, 2022. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; Priority by December 15, 2022
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The College’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/firesafety/safetyreport.html.
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