Job Title:                    Full-Time Faculty – Biology
Department:              Biology and Chemistry
Reports To:                Chair
FLSA Status:             Exempt
Salary Range:            $62,000 - $70,000, (salary is commensurate with experience)

OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY
Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued.  Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students.  Regardless of title, every employee supports WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities.

SUMMARY
Washington Adventist University is accepting applications for a full-time faculty member teaching majors and non-majors undergraduate biology and chemistry courses. The successful candidate will be responsible for up to three biology and/or chemistry courses per semester, academic advising and assessment, and other duties. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION

• Teach three biology and/or chemistry courses per semester.
• Develop an elective course in area of expertise.
• Design small research projects that will serve as supplementary academic activities for selected students, with strong scientific inclinations.
• Serve as an academic advisor for departmental majors and pre-professional students.
• Supervise and maintain departmental laboratories and equipment. This includes overseeing undergraduate teaching assistants.
• Participate in necessary institutional activities (e.g. committees)
• Participate in recruitment activities for the Department.
• Develop a network of contacts to assist our students in tapping into the wealth of the scientific community found in the Washington, D.C. area.

BENEFITS:
The full fringe benefit plan includes but is not limited to:

• Health care, including vision, dental, and prescription drugs
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Competitive 403B plan
• Individualized retirement planning sessions
• Tuition assistance for employees and dependents
• Life insurance including supplemental and accidental death and dismemberment policies
• Long Term Disability
• Legal Assistance Program
• Wellness programs
• Pet Insurance
• Professional Development

Title VII Exception Notice: 
Washington Adventist University is committed to equal employment opportunities, and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, age, race, color, or national origin. The University reserves constitutional and statutory rights as a religious institution and employer to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh-day Adventist church, and claims specific exemption from Title IX provisions as set forth in 34 CRF (and subsections), insofar as they conflict with the Seventh-day Adventist teaching and practices.

• Graduate degree with curriculum awareness in one of the following areas: anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, biological diversity, bioinformatics, biotechnology, ecology, environmental science, genetics, microbiology, or neuroscience. Doctorate preferred. Graduate degree will be considered.
• Post-doctoral experience desired.
• Prior college or university teaching experience preferred, with experience in one or more of the following areas: anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, biological diversity, bioinformatics, biotechnology, ecology, environmental science, genetics, microbiology, or neuroscience.
• Ability to integrate technology into course delivery and practical life applications.
• Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population of students both in and outside the classroom via a Learning Management System platform (Desire2Learn).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, exceptional analytical and organizational abilities, and demonstrated initiative and energy.
• Knowledge of, and commitment to, the university’s philosophy and mission.