Part-Time Lecturer, Bioinformatics (Boston)
About the Opportunity
Job Summary
Individuals are sought to teach graduate courses in science and
technology relevant to the bioinformatics field. Courses include
primarily biological science courses with minor algorithmic
components and primarily programming courses with a focus on
bioinformatics methods. Such graduate courses seek experienced
bioinformatics, biotech, and data science professionals with a
desire to teach for the Bioinformatics Professional Science
Master's (PSM) Program depending upon the programs' needs and
enrollment.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include the following: review and learn key
teaching points within existing instructor guides; be willing to
support high-quality teaching and standards through preparation of
lectures based on course materials provided; facilitate rich
respectful debates and discussions in an in-person or online class;
provide timely review and grading of assignments with appropriate
coaching and feedback to the students; consistently connect with
students and their performance; contribute to the program's
curriculum development efforts; and adhere to Northeastern's
policies.
Part-time instructors work under the direction of the director with
support from a faculty lead and will hold office hours as
appropriate.
Qualifications
PhD in bioinformatics, biology, or a closely related field.
Experience with the application of computational methods to
biological problems. Either prior experience in teaching or more
than 3 years of experience in course-relevant industry or academic
work is required. Proven platform skills required, as in an open,
supportive personal style willing to receive assistance and
coaching when needed from the faculty lead.
Prior experience in a diverse higher education institution
preferred. Knowledge of Python and/or R programming languages is
strongly recommended.
Application Materials
CV/resume
cover letter
3 references - provide name, title, company, phone, email,
relationship (e.g. my current supervisor)
Position Type
Academic
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/
for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking
to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and
staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its
forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect
that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and
support of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
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