Urgently needed of Visiting Instructor – Biological Sciences 2025
Job Description
Duties Description The Biological Sciences Department at the State University of New York at visiting Old Westbury is seeking applications for a Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth plus (PRODiG+) Fellow starting Fall 2025. The PRODIG+ program has two primary goals (1) increasing the number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthening the pipeline for retention and support of these candidates.
This Fellowship is a two-year, full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty position that provides visiting teaching experience at our campus, faculty mentorship, funding for professional development as well as a stipend for summer research, and support for networking. For more information about this program please see https://www.suny.edu/prodig-plus/fellowship/.Candidates must have a Ph.D.visiting in Biology or a related field by the start date. We seek a candidate who is committed to liberal arts education and can demonstrate excellence in teaching and research while working with a culturally diverse student population. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate (at the Masters level) courses in Evolution, Introductory Biology courses, and other upper-division visiting courses
The candidate will be expected to pursue their scholarship and involve undergraduate students in research. Involvement in visiting college service is also expected.Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications:Have completed a Ph.D. degree or relevant terminal degree from an accredited institution completed prior to August 2025 in Biology or a related field.
Be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.
Demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a visiting commitment to facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations.
Preferred Qualifications Visiting Instructor – Biological Sciences
:Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based teaching approaches.
Experience teaching undergraduate biology courses.
Experience teaching a culturally diverse undergraduate student population.
Experience mentoring undergraduate students in research.
Demonstrated plan to integrate your research into the curriculum.
Currently funded research and/or a record of successful grantsmanship.
Terminal degree or relevant experience is in the field of Evolution or Molecular Biology.Preference will be given to candidates who are:Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows.
From a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates), were first-generation college students (students whose parents have not earned a bachelor’s degree), have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps alumni, or are veterans.
The PRODiG+ Fellowship is open to any and all prospective candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex, and is consistent with all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with the required eligibility criteria.Additional Comments Must apply online at www.oldwestbury.edu.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
