Teaching Faculty Positions in Biology

Westlake University is a new type of non-profit research-oriented university in the People's Republic of China, supported by public and private funding. At Westlake, we strive for excellence in advanced research and nourish talented change-makers while remaining small and refined to ensure research and education quality.

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Westlake University is currently accepting multiple applications from high-level talent for teaching faculty positions to expand the university's professional teaching force further, establish a high-level teaching system aligned with the university's mission and goals, and provide students with firm learning guidance and support. The specific job responsibilities and application requirements are as follows:

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Open Rank, Non-tenure Track Full-Time Teaching Faculty Positions in Biology

Number of Recruits: 1

Responsibilities:

1.?Develop and teach major courses in biology in English for undergraduate students.

2.? Enhance students' motivation and interest in biology.

3.?Support students'?learning and provide individualized assistance; ensure sufficient office hours to assist students in regular consultation, provide training and guidance to teaching assistants.

4.?Organize and participate in other biology teaching-related activities on campus.

Requirements:

1.?A Ph.D. degree in Biology, Life Sciences, or a closely related field.

2.?Demonstrated success in teaching undergraduate courses in life sciences, particularly in majors such as Botany, Zoology, Ecology, and Physiology, at world-leading universities.

3.?Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.

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WHAT WE OFFER:

These are full-time teaching faculty positions open at three distinct ranks: Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor. The length of the contract is typically fixed to three years. There is the possibility of renewal, potentially over several years.

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Westlake University offers an internationally competitive salary, an attractive benefits package, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:

To apply, please send the following documents in English as a single PDF file.

1.?Cover letter containing the teaching statement describing your teaching philosophy

2.?Curriculum vitae

3.?Course description and syllabus for a proposed introductory undergraduate course

4.?A list of at least three professional references with complete contact information

Please indicate "Biology-Your Name-Westlake Website" in the email subject lines and the CV attachment title.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Outstanding short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Interviews will continue until all positions are filled.

Westlake University is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals of all ethnic backgrounds and countries.