Overview
UMBC is seeking a full time Lecturer in the Interdisciplinary Science Program to teach a Water: An Interdisciplinary Study. The course focuses on water as a unifying theme and crosses disciplinary boundaries in biology, chemistry, environmental sciences and physics. This lab based interdisciplinary course serves as a general education course for non STEM Majors.
UMBC has an opening for a full time Lecturer in the Interdisciplinary Science Program, starting August 24, 2024, teaching Science 100 Water, An Interdisciplinary Study. The course focuses on water as a unifying theme and crosses disciplinary boundaries in biology, chemistry, environmental sciences and physics. This multidisciplinary, lab-based science course is designed for undergraduates to fulfill the university science-lab requirement as part of their university graduation requirements. The course is designed for non-science majors, and currently serves 600-700 students per year.
The successful candidate will be responsible for two lecture and two lab sections, per semester, as well as supervising graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants. This position is non-tenure track and is annually renewable; a multi-year appointment is potentially available after the second year, with the potential for further advancement in rank. Requirements include a graduate degree in natural or physical sciences and the applicant should have substantial teaching experience with general education students, as well as experience in laboratory and/or field instruction, and curriculum development. The applicant should be experienced with student-centered and inquiry-based approaches to science teaching. Salary is competitive and dependent on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Opportunities for teaching during the summer for additional compensation are available.
To apply
- send the following
- cover letter,
- current CV,
- teaching portfolio,
- statement on diversity/equity/inclusion,
- statement of teaching philosophy,
- and three letters of reference.
- All materials should be submitted through Interfolio in PDF format.
- The letters of reference should be submitted directly to Interfolio by referees.
UMBC is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate an active commitment to inclusion of underserved and/or underrepresented populations in research, teaching, leadership, and/or service. UMBC is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the participation of women in academic careers.