Part-Time Instructor, Molecular Microbiology
This position is no longer open.
Department: Natural Sciences
Campus: Beirut
Expected start date: Fall 2021
Deadline for applying: June 1, 2021
Position Summary
The Department of Natural Sciences in the School of Arts and Sciences at the Lebanese American University invites applicants for a part-time instructor position in the field of Molecular Microbiology. The position is based in the Beirut campus. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong background in Immunology, and Virology. Prospective candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in Molecular Microbiology or related field. Previous teaching experience in Microbiology, Immunology, and Virology is a must.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Microbiology
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. from a recognized institution
- Evidence of successful university teaching
The Department:
The Department of Natural Sciences (http://sas.lau.edu.lb/natural-sciences/) is one of the seven departments of the School of Arts and Sciences (http://sas.lau.edu.lb/) at LAU. It offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology, a B.S. in Chemistry, a B.S. in Nutrition, and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Molecular Biology.
The University:
LAU has two campuses, one in Beirut and the other in Byblos, about 35 kilometers north of Beirut. LAU is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York, and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) (https://www.neche.org/), formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. There are currently over 8,000 (https://www.lau.edu.lb/about/facts.php) enrolled students at LAU.
Standard Application requirements:
Prospective candidates should apply electronically by sending a letter of intent, updated CV and standard application form (https://www.lau.edu.lb/employment/docs/standard-application-due-diligence-PT.pdf). The CV should include the names, emails and phone numbers of two references. The application should be sent by email to Mrs. Hanan Naccache (hnaccash@lau.edu.lb) referring to position “PT Microbiology”. The application deadline is the 1st of June, 2021.