Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Biology

Working Title Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Biology Posting Number F01366P Department SDSMT-Chemistry, Biology, and Health Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text The department of Chemistry, Biology, and Health Sciences at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for an adjunct Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer with an anticipated start date of January 2024.
This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position.
The candidate is expected to teach global environmental changes or ecology related courses.
The position may continue semester-by-semester, dependent upon performance, department need, funding, and student enrollment.
An earned Masters or PhD degree in biology, atmospheric and environmental science, or closely related field is required.
Previous teaching experience is preferred.
South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state’s second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000.
With 226 days of sunshine, 1.
2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do.
People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens.
There’s something for everybody! At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement.
Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus.
Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment.
Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams.
These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study.
Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering.
Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups.
South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce.
Individuals interested in this position must apply online at https://www.
sdsmt.
edu/employment/.
Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203.
Review of applications will begin December 13, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Posting Date 11/28/2023 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 12/13/2023 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term Other If Other, describe duration semester by semester Appointment Percent 20% per 3 cr hrs Tenure Status Proposed Rank Lecturer Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Temporary Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.