Instructor, Lecturer or Senior Lecturer of Biology
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
Rapid City, SD
Job posting number: #7261396
Posted: July 9, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Posting TextThe Chemistry, Biology, and Health Sciences Department at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for a part-time, term Instructor, Lecturer or Senior Lecturer position starting August 2024. The position may continue semester-by-semester, dependent upon performance, department need, funding, and student enrollment.
This position will teach Biol 311L Ecology Lab during the Fall 2024 term. A MS in the Biological Sciences or a related field is required; a PhD in the Biological Sciences or a related field is preferred. A commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching will be expected from the successful applicant.
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 online at Careers at Mines (sdsmt.edu). Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin July 23, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.