COHS Undergraduate Science Lecturer

POSITION TITLE: COHS Undergraduate Science Lecturer

DEPARTMENT: Department of Medical Sciences, College of Health Sciences

POSITION STATUS: FT (9 month (15/15)

POSITION REPORTS TO: Chair, Department of Medical Sciences

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Chair, Department of Medical Sciences, the COHS Undergraduate Science Lecturer is responsible for teaching classes within the COHS Science Core undergraduate courses, specifically focusing on Anatomy and Physiology for Health Sciences lecture and/or lab classes. The individual may also be asked to teach lecture or lab for Microbiology and/or Pathophysiology lecture for Health Sciences. The appointed individual must possess and demonstrate a positive outlook on continuous course assessment and teaching enhancement and improvement efforts while maintaining a team-based and student-focused mindset. This is a full-time, 9-month lecturer position with teaching duties.

Major Responsibilities/Activities  

Teaching & Related Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of a lecturer is effective teaching. For details on university academic and employment policies and faculty/lecturer responsibilities – See USF Employee and Faculty handbooks and academic catalogs. This lecturer role will specifically focus on teaching COHS Science core Anatomy and Physiology courses, both lecture and/or laboratory, as well as other Health Science courses as needed.

Within The COHS, Teaching Faculty/lecturers Are Expected To

• Teach course load as specified in contract.
• Teach courses consistent with the catalog description and curriculum maps.
• Teach assigned classes at the scheduled time and place.
• Collaborate with colleagues for instructional improvement via professional peer review.
• Effectively communicate with direct supervisor.
• Submit reports and requests for information promptly.
• Engage in Scholarship as defined by the Boyer Model, including, but not limited to activities identified in the faculty handbook. 
• Respect the moral and religious beliefs of the university and students; uses discretion when expressing personal beliefs and views. 
• Attend college, program, and university meetings as requested. 
• Create an effective learning environment for students.
• Inspire confidence and support innovation in students.
• Provide timely feedback and fairly evaluate students’ progress.
• Evaluate student classroom and laboratory performance and provide individual counsel and guidance as necessary to promote student success.
• Propose plans to improve students’ performance.
• Maintain appropriate records such as field practicum evaluations, anecdotal notes, and attendance on an ongoing basis to document evidence of student progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Sciences Department Chair or Dean of the COHS.
  
  

Usf Way

University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the University’s mission and support of its Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Employees provide the intellect, empathy and ability to serve our students and community. The USF Way of serving is a source of pride for many employees. To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our university, we provide the following service expectations for all employees. These standards have been tailored by position and responsibilities and are incorporated into performance evaluations.

Standard #1: Provide opportunities for conversations, prayer and reflection.

Standard #2: Utilize best practices in communication and service.

• Apply care to your words and deeds to ensure respect for others.
• Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.
• Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist you?”
• Respond promptly, whether in person, via phone, or email.
  
  

Standard #3: Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.

Standard #4: Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in biology, biomedical sciences, or other closely related disciplines required.
  
  

Experience

• Evidence of successful teaching experience at the post-secondary level preferred.
• Experience using a variety of teaching modalities, educational technology, and delivery methods including online or hybrid preferred.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Demonstrates competence in educational principles, instructional methods, evaluation techniques and technology used in higher education classrooms, laboratory, and clinical settings.  
• Demonstrates knowledge of the profession including theory and practice, procedures, and regulations. 
• Demonstrates proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community. 
• Demonstrates skill in goal setting and team building. 
• Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate program activities. 
• Demonstrates honesty and loyalty to the University and support its mission and religious affiliation. 
• Demonstrates ability to coordinate services to the needs of diverse populations within the time and financial limits of the institution.
• Must be willing to work irregular, and sometimes long hours, including weekends, and university breaks.