Biology Position Profile

Full-time, Tenure-track Position

The Biology Department of Onondaga Community College invites applications to fill a full-time, tenure-track Anatomy & Physiology teaching position beginning Fall 2009.

The primary teaching responsibility will be Anatomy & Physiology (BIO 171/172), an introductory-level two-semester course offered primarily for students entering health-related professions such as nursing, respiratory therapy, and surgical technology. Teaching assignment times negotiable, but would likely include a mixture of days, evening and/or weekends.

Additional responsibilities will include academic advising and committee service. Applicants should also have the ability to teach additional Biology classes, including classes for non-majors.

Interested applicants must fulfill the following requirements for application:

*Masters degree or higher in a relevant biological science with a concentration in

anatomy, physiology, or related field from a regionally accredited college or university

is required; doctorate in anatomy and/or physiology or related field is preferred.

Relevant clinical degrees will also be considered.

*College teaching experience is required. Experience teaching both lecture and

laboratory components of a course is recommended. Experience teaching Anatomy &

Physiology (lecture and lab) at the college level is preferred.

To Apply: Submit your application materials (cover letter, resume, college transcripts, names and contact information of 3 professional references) to OCC, Human Resources Department, 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13215-4585 Attn: Faculty Search – Biology

Please include within your cover letter how your education and teaching background fit our search criteria. You are also encouraged to mention approaches you use that enhance student learning of anatomy/physiology, including use of relevant technology, experience teaching from a multiethnic and multicultural perspective, and experience teaching students with diverse academic backgrounds.

Application Review: Begins February 15, 2009 and continues until appointment is made.

A committed and diverse faculty is our most important resource. We invite applications from women, people of color, individuals with a disability, veterans and others who would enrich our diversity. OCC…an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.