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Lab Instructor II (Tenure-Track), Department of Biology

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University of Regina

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Science
    Education & Teaching
  • Regina

AI generated summary

  • You must have an M.Sc. in Biology or related field, excellent teaching skills, lab management experience, and be innovative, enthusiastic, and professional in interactions.
  • You will coordinate and teach undergraduate labs in genetics and plant physiology, train and supervise teaching assistants, and participate in departmental and university administration and service.

Requirements

  • Applicants must possess, at a minimum, an M.Sc. in Biology or a closely-related discipline.
  • The ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching, especially in a biological laboratory setting.
  • The ability to use best practices in science teaching, to develop students’ oral and written communication skills, and to incorporate modern approaches to data collection, analysis, and presentation into lab exercises is highly desirable.
  • Experience with personnel and/or laboratory management (including laboratory safety) is an asset.
  • The successful candidate will be innovative, enthusiastic, collegial, and will interact with colleagues and students in a fair-minded and professional manner.
  • Candidates will be evaluated based on their prior experience and their future potential for contributions to high quality laboratory-based teaching, according to the criteria described above.

Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate will coordinate, teach, manage, and develop undergraduate laboratories in genetics and plant physiology. The successful candidate will also be responsible for training, mentoring, and supervising teaching assistants, and be expected to contribute to administration and service at the department, faculty, and university levels.

FAQs

What is the start date for the Lab Instructor II position?

The position is set to start on July 1, 2025.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Applicants must possess at least an M.Sc. in Biology or a closely-related discipline.

Is teaching experience required for this role?

Yes, demonstrated excellence in teaching, especially in a biological laboratory setting, is highly desirable.

What expertise is the Department of Biology looking for in candidates?

The department seeks candidates with expertise in modern genetic theory and techniques, with knowledge of plant biology being an asset.

What responsibilities will the successful candidate have?

The successful candidate will coordinate, teach, manage, and develop undergraduate laboratories in genetics and plant physiology, as well as train and supervise teaching assistants.

How should applicants submit their application materials?

Applications should be submitted through the University of Regina’s Human Resources Website, including a cover letter, academic CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three referees.

When is the application deadline for this position?

The application deadline is February 1, 2025.

Is the position tenure-track?

Yes, the Lab Instructor II position is tenure-track.

What kind of training or support will the successful candidate provide?

The successful candidate will be responsible for training, mentoring, and supervising teaching assistants.

How can I ask questions regarding the position?

For inquiries about the position, you can contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Heather Dietz, at heather.dietz@uregina.ca.

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