Biological Sciences: Biotechnology Pool
Position:Instructional Faculty, Special Programs - For Credit
Academic Year:2024/2025
Day/Time:Varies
Modality:Varies
College:CSTEM - College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Department:Biological Sciences
The Department of Biological Sciences at California State University San Marcos maintains an on-going pool of applicants who are interested in teaching courses for the undergraduate and graduate Biotechnology degree programs. The Biotechnology programs emphasize a strong foundation of biological knowledge that is integrated with business, ethical, and legal perspectives of the biotechnology and life sciences industry. Specific courses for which instructors may be sought vary by semester and can be found in the catalog .
Minimum qualifications:
A master's degree in the life sciences
Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment
Preferred qualifications:
A doctoral degree in the life sciences
College teaching experience
Previous work experience in the biotechnology industry
Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and/or intercultural competence with diverse groups in relation to teaching.
Salary commensurate with degree level and experience
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:$2,146 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)
CSU Classification Salary Range:$2,146 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)
Application:
To apply, please prepare to submit the following:
Your completed faculty application
Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
Contact information for three current references
Letter of interest (uploaded)
Timeline:Applications are accepted and reviewed as needed, on an on-going basis throughout the 2024/25 academic year.
Applicant pools are used to fill short-term temporary Lecturer positions across our campuswith the possibility of rehiring. Appointments may last from one day to a whole semester. This applicant pool may be used to fill vacant positions on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year.Applications in this pool ad will only be good for the current academic year.This pool will be closed effective May 31st. If you wish to be considered for the next academic year, you will need to apply to the new pool as it becomes available by June 15th.
The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.
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Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment
This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.
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