Visiting Faculty in Biology
Allendale, MI
Full Time
R103014
The Biology Department at Grand Valley State University is seeking a visiting instructor for a combination of upper-level courses in Principles of Soil Science (NRM 281), Natural Resource Measurements and Mapping (NRM 250), Environmental Pollution (NRM 330), and Watershed and Wetland Management (NRM 454/554) during the 25-26 academic year (8/25/2025-5/5/2026). We are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates from underrepresented groups, and from candidates who have interest and/or experience in working with diverse student and community populations.
Required Qualifications and Education:
• MS degree in Biology or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy.
• Good organizational skills and time management to provide timely feedback to students and maintain up-to-date assignments and gradebooks.
• Individuals from all backgrounds, including from underrepresented groups, are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and community members with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. ?
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
• Previous teaching experience. PhD degree in Biology or a related field.
Responsibilities: Lab instructors work with lecture instructors to prepare for teaching, implement lab curricula provided, assess and provide timely feedback to students, and submit final grades as instructed. Lecture instructors must conform to the syllabus of record and deliver content appropriate for the level of course in question.
Salary/Benefits: The salary is $50,000. The university offers an excellent comprehensive package that includes health plans, life insurance, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus fitness facilities. Family and child care options on and off-campus are also available. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://www.gvsu.edu/hro/benefitswellness/visiting-faculty-benefits-466.htm.
The Biology Department at Grand Valley State University places an emphasis on teaching excellence using inclusive pedagogies, active scholarship with diverse learners, and equitable service to the university and community. Its 34 full-time faculty uphold the values of liberal education while providing intensive engagement in the biological sciences. High impact field and lab experience and community collaboration are hallmarks of our relevant, interdisciplinary curriculum. There are numerous collaborative opportunities for faculty and students across a wide group of partners within the department, across campus and in the community.
The department has thriving undergraduate majors in Biology (with emphases in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, Preprofessional, Preveterinary Medicine, and Secondary Education), Fisheries and Aquatic Science, Natural Resources and Environmental Management, and Wildlife Biology, as well as a master's degree in Biology. The department offers a variety of courses in support of the General Education program and associated majors across the university. The Biology Department is housed in the Kindschi Hall of Science, and is well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a vivarium, aquarium, and microscopy room. For more information, see our web site at gvsu.edu/biology or call (616) 331-2470.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is the largest college at Grand Valley, offering over 50 bachelor degrees and a growing number of advanced degrees in the natural and mathematical sciences, the fine arts and humanities, and the social sciences. CLAS is a student-centered and diverse learning community that engages in critical inquiry, extending knowledge to enrich and enliven individual and public life. Our faculty are active teacher-scholars committed to equitable, inclusive, career-connected, and community-engaged liberal arts and sciences education. There are many opportunities for collaboration within CLAS and across a broad group of partners on and off campus. We are interested in attracting new faculty committed to these core values as we seek to foster a community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive together.
Campus/University: Grand Valley University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale, downtown Grand Rapids, and Holland, plus centers in Detroit, Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students' social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people, is affordable, and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago, Detroit, Lake Michigan beaches, and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Information can be found at https://www.gvsu.edu/hro/community-resources-1056.htm. Grand Valley is highly rated for safety, sustainability, and veteran and LGBTQ friendliness, and is committed to supporting employees and their families in work-life balance.
How to Apply: A complete application must include:
• (1) a cover letter addressing qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU,
• (2) curriculum vitae,
• (3) contact information of three professional references, and
• (4) graduate transcripts (unofficial issued to students are acceptable to apply).
Apply online at https://gvsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers. The online application will allow applicants to attach these documents electronically. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Email questions about the position to: Prof. Mike Henshaw, mailto:henshawm@gvsu.edu.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Application Deadline: The review process will begin on June 24, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6294466
Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
https://www.jobelephant.com/
jeid-3a09d87c0b95e5498f08580825759f74
