Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy Hiring for Science Faculty – Biology – Fall 2023 at Aurora, IL Full Time

The Science Team at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® (IMSA) is is actively seeking applications for a full-time Biology teaching position for the fall 2023. The individual will teach general Biology as well as molecular biology and/or physiology courses. The Science team delivers a program through which students develop collaborative inquiry skills, apply integrative critical thinking and engage in active research. We encourage individuals who enjoy making a difference in the lives of talented students to apply. Successful candidates will have a master’s or doctorate degree in Biology and a record of demonstrated successful teaching. Preference will be given to those candidates with experience in Anatomy and Physiology. 

This position fulfills the requirement for DFI (Diversifying Higher Education Faculty in Illinois) Fellows following completion of their academic program.

The internationally recognized Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students (grades 10–12) in its advanced, residential college preparatory program. It also serves thousands of educators and students in Illinois and beyond through innovative instructional programs that foster imagination and inquiry.

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is committed to an equitable, diverse and inclusive teaching and learning environment. IMSA has committed to advancing equity in STEM education and representation and creating a diverse, inclusive community of global citizens who can realize their full potential, and execute our mission to advance the human condition.

This Equity and Excellence work is the intentional integration of Cultural Competence, Diversity, Equity, Equity-Minded Frame, Excellence and Inclusion into every facet of the Academy, with the understanding that it is an active and ongoing process involving structures, processes and people and not an isolated initiative.

This position will support IMSA’s Diversity work by ensuring the delivery of quality, equitable, and inclusive constituent-centered support while promoting and maintaining an inclusive work environment and culture that embraces the diversity of people and perspectives collaborating at IMSA to ignite and nurture creative, ethical, scientific minds that advance the human condition.

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Teaching a range of General Biology as well as as molecular biology and/or physiology
• Guiding and tutoring students outside of class
• Participating in the department’s curriculum and assessment development work
• Close collaboration with colleagues when teaching the same course and when working on departmental priorities
• Participating in all department and faculty meetings, faculty development programs, and community development days
• Participating in non-teaching activities that support the department’s and Academy’s programs
• Participating in external professional organizations

Skills and Experience:

The required skills and experience for this position include:

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology, or a related field
• Effective communication with students, staff, and parents
• Active participation in a collaborative team environment
• Engagement in reflective professional practice
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working in a team environment with the ability to function diplomatically and communicate effectively with colleagues, administrators, students, parents, and the public
• An appreciation and understanding of working with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Anatomy and Physiology teaching experience
• Experience in curriculum design including lab activity development
• Demonstrated application of computational analysis or modeling
• High school equivalent teaching experience

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are commensurate with training and experience expected at this level of employment. The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement benefits. The State Universities Retirement System (SURS) is reciprocal with other Illinois public retirement systems such as the Teachers’ Retirement Systems of Illinois (TRS) and the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, complete and current resume/CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three current professional references.

We are seeking a diverse applicant pool.