Part Time Instructor - Biology

* M.S. or terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.) in one of the following fields or a related field: Biology.* Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching, educational excellence, and mentoring undergraduate students.* Demonstrated commitment to a diverse, non-traditional, first-generation student population.* Effective interpersonal, communication, and technology skills.* Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of due diligence background check and verification of credentials.* Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).* Evidence of instructional effectiveness at the college/university level.* Commitment to active/experiential learning.* Experience or interest in developing curriculum at the university level.* Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;* Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;* Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).Having been established in 2002, Nevada State University places a special emphasis on the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, the university emphasizes high-quality instruction, exemplary service, engaging learning experiences and innovation as a means to more efficient, effective outcomes in all corners of the campus. With an enrollment surpassing 7,500 students, Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education.Nevada State University has grown to offer over 60 high-demand majors and minors. Curriculum is developed based upon the needs of communities in Nevada, business and industry, and the demands of its students. Top programs include nursing, education, business administration, biology and psychology.NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).Steven Kenney Associate Vice President of Human Resources Title IX Coordinator 1300 Nevada State Drive Rogers Student Center #325 Henderson, NV 89002 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Steven Kenney, Title IX Coordinator, Nevada State University, 1300 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV 89002, Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io, Email: View email address on click.appcast.io; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io FAX: View phone number on click.appcast.io; TDD: View phone number on click.appcast.io; Email: View email address on click.appcast.io; or to both.Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found here.If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at Nevada State University's .NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945.Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)