<p>The Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar will play a key role in the development and delivery of integrative foundational courses in biotechnology. Scholars will collaborate with faculty and students to design and implement research-informed instructional strategies that enhance undergraduate and graduate education, incorporate technologies from the modern workforce and cutting-edge research fields, and promote scientific communication.</p> <p>Primary Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Course Development & Teaching: Working alongside current faculty, teach integrative foundational biotechnology courses using active learning techniques and digital tools to engage students in real-world problem-solving and design new modular course(s) in modern areas of biotechnology. Scholars may also be asked to teach existing mixed undergraduate/graduate courses relevant to the course(s) they are developing. </li><li>Curriculum Innovation: Contribute to the implementation of research-based pedagogical approaches that foster critical thinking, collaboration, and communication to solve societal grand challenges using molecular sciences. </li><li>Assessment & Student Engagement: Develop and implement assessment tools to evaluate student learning and improve instructional effectiveness and student success. </li><li>Professional Development: Participate in teaching workshops, mentoring programs, and research collaborations that support career growth. </li><li>Research & Mentorship: Engage in discipline-based education research (DBER) related to interdisciplinary biotechnology education. Provide mentoring to undergraduate and graduate students engaged in curriculum development and educational research. </li></ul> <p>Other Work/Responsibilities Wolfpack Perks and Benefits</p> <p>As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.</p> <p>What we offer:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave </li><li>Faculty and Staff Assistance Program </li><li>Enhance your career with LEAD courses </li><li>Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. </li></ul> <p>Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.</p> <p>Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.</p> <p>Requirements and Preferences</p> <p>Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm Department Required Skills</p> <ul> <li>PhD in molecular biology or related area. Candidate must complete all PhD requirements prior to employment. </li><li>Postdoctoral research experience, strong interpersonal skills, and teaching ability. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education</p> <p>n/a</p> <p>Required License or Certification</p> <p>n/a</p> <p>Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No</p> <p>Recruitment</p>