Position Type: Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Assistant/Associate/Professor of Biomedical Sciences
Posting Number: F00725 Campus: Department: 1404-Basic Medical Sciences
Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.
Expected Pay Scale Minimum: $90,000.00 Maximum $140,000.00
Job Summary
Establish and maintain an active research program in the area of expertise. Responsible for teaching medical biochemistry and genetics curriculum, subject matter and methods of instruction and those aspects of student life which relate to the educational process. Promote, by precept and example, a general atmosphere within the University of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry. The faculty member has the right and obligation to participate in scheduled meetings of the General Faculty. Election to the Faculty Council and election or appointment to committees should be considered a privilege and faculty members are encouraged to share in these responsibilities. Contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the University.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
1. Teaching expertise required in the following area: Biochemistry. 2. Teaching expertise preferred in the following area: Genetics. 3. Ability to communicate effectively to either groups or individually. 4. Ability to effectively interact with people of all backgrounds, including students, administration, faculty and staff. 5. Ability to handle detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality. 6. Ability to handle a multitude of responsibilities in the College environment.
Required Qualifications
1. EDUCATION: PhD in life sciences or equivalent from an accredited institution of higher learning.
2. EXPERIENCE: 5 years post-doctoral experience teaching medical biochemistry at an accredited institution of higher learning.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to those individuals possessing experience in teaching medical genetics.
