Lecturer (Doctoral Lecturer) - Biology, Department of Sciences

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. Led by President Karol V. Mason, John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups in higher education.

The College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of CUNY, and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees both in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences.

The College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Department of Sciences at John Jay College of Criminal Justice invites applications for one full-time Lecturer or Doctoral Lecturer position to begin in Fall 2025. The successful candidate will teach biology courses in our undergraduate majors and minors, from entry level up to capstone seminars. Candidates should have a strong track record in scienceeducation.

Candidates must be willing to serve as an advisor and mentor to students in the majors. Three years of successful college-level teaching experience is required, as are positive teaching evaluations. Candidates are expected to have expertise in teaching biology courses. The hiring committee is especially interested in applicants who contribute to the diversity mission of the college through their leadership, community service, research, and/or lived experiences.

The position of lecturer is tenure-bearing through what is called a “certificate of continuous employment” (CCE) after the fourth annual reappointment. This position of lecturer is a teaching position with a course load of eight classes per year in addition to significant contribution of service to the department. There is no requirement for research, publication, or other scholarship activity.

The Department of Sciences at John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a vibrant community ranked among the oldest and most prestigious in the country in the field of forensic science. Faculty members are internationally recognized for their diverse expertise in chemistry, cellular and molecular biology, toxicology, entomology, pathology, and criminalistics. The Department offers a BS in Forensic Science (which includes the three tracks of Criminalistics, Molecular Biology and Toxicology), a BS in Toxicology and a BS in Cellular & Molecular Biology. A Master of Science in Forensic Science is also offered in the three tracks previously listed. The Department also offers an accelerated BS/MS program.

Candidates are expected to bring enthusiasm and demonstrated commitment to teaching. The successful candidate must be eager and qualified to work with our diverse student body, and have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As demonstrated in John Jay College’s Seven Principles for a Culturally Responsive, Inclusive, and Anti-Racist Curriculum ( https://new.jjay.cuny.edu/sites/default/files/2023-08/7_Princip_Cultur_Resp_Incl_AntiRacist_Curric_Adopt_4.8.21-brief.pdf ), the College seeks a faculty member who thrives in a multicultural, collaborative academic environment and is committed to both access and excellence in higher education.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

• For Doctoral Lecturer, candidates must have a Ph.D. in Biology, Science Education or a related field at the time of appointment. Outstanding ABDs near completion may apply, however, degree should be conferred prior start date (by July 1 st 2025 ). Candidates that hold both a Master’s degree in Biological Sciences and Master’s in science education are also encouraged to apply.

• Three years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

• Candidate should be able to provide evidence of teaching success and of incorporating digital emerging technologies in biology education.

• Candidate should demonstrate proficiency in emerging pedagogical techniques and have knowledge for assessment of student learning.

• Willingness to participate in course and program development, and the ability to work with others. Candidates are expected to bring enthusiasm and demonstrated commitment to teaching, as well as a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

COMPENSATION

$56,821- $98,309 Salary commensurate with education and credentials.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are viewing the job posting on any website other than CUNYFirst, please follow the instructions below:

1. Navigate to www.cuny.edu

2. Select “Employment”

3. Select “Search Job Postings”

4. Create an Account

5. After creating an account, return to the Job Search page and select “Apply Now”

Once registered or logged in, candidates should submit the following:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

• Teaching evaluations and evidence of digital emerging technologies applied to the classroom

• A proof of degree or progress toward the degree

• Names and contacts of three professional references

All items to be uploaded must be combined in a single document preferably in PDF format. Only applications submitted through CUNYFirst or the John Jay College Website are eligible for consideration.

CLOSING DATE

The review of resumes will begin on September 15, 2024.

The posting will close on October 21, 2024.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

28829

Location

John Jay College