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Job description
Overview
Touro University seeks a dynamic, energetic, innovative, organized and collaborative individual to head a large BIOLOGY department servicing multiple Touro undergraduate campuses. The department consists of highly motivated educators and scientists who are constantly striving to prepare students for a changing clinical environment. The successful candidate will be one who has knowledge of the biology curricula, good interpersonal skills and understanding and insight into the needs of students of the greater Jewish and general community. This position works closely with vice presidents, deans, deputy chairs, faculty and staff to promote student success. The candidate will teach a reduced load of courses in the department which is the norm at the university.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership for curriculum development and revision
Oversee the coordination of personnel, schedules and resources to meet the needs of the undergraduate colleges, and to work collaboratively with the various graduate programs of the University
Supervise and evaluate faculty
Work with faculty to establish department goals
Oversee the assessment of the department's programs
Oversee faculty selection
Ensure departmental representation at meetings and other events
Chair departmental meetings and appoint departmental committees
Advise and respond to student appeals and requests
Recommend changes to maintain the relevance of the program
Present a positive image of the college to the community
Advise pre-health students and biology majors
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Doctor of Philosophy.
Ph.D. or Terminal Degree in biology and /or related discipline
Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in higher education
Record of academic research and professional expertise
Administrative experience required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Familiarity with Lander Colleges and NYSCAS student body
Ability to communicate with administration, faculty and students
Excellent teaching skills
Organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, & Canvas
Maximum Salary
USD $125,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $100,000.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
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Job Locations US-NY-Brooklyn
ID
College TUNY - LAS/SLE
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift 1
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel As needed
Category Faculty/Academic
FLSA Status Exempt
Location : Country US
Worksite address
brooklyn, NY, 11210, US
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