The University of Georgia (UGA) Division of Biological Sciences (biosciences.uga.edu) welcomes applications for a full-time LECTURER to teach Introductory Biology. The new faculty member will join a team of enthusiastic and collaborative educators dedicated to improving undergraduate biology education through the use of active and innovative approaches. This position is a 9-month, non-tenure track, instructional appointment. This position begins August 1, 2025. Responsibilities include instruction of three large-enrollment sections of introductory biology each semester. Primary assignment will be in Principles of Biology I and II for science majors (BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1108). Fundamental themes of biology and biological organization including cellular/molecular biology, genetics, organismal biology, physiology, ecology, and evolution are addressed in this sequence. The courses are organized and taught according to best practices outlined in the AAAS's Vision and Change in Undergraduate Biology Education Initiative. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, dynamic, and forward-thinking group of faculty engaged in undergraduate biology instruction across life science departments, including several faculty who specialize in biology education research. The University of Georgia is also home to the SEER Center (Scientists Engaged in Education Research), which supports collaborations among scientists and educators across campus to improve undergraduate STEM instruction. Opportunities for professional development are available. Applicants should submit the following materials: 1) Cover letter indicating suitability for the position 2) Resume/CV 3) 1- to 2-page Teaching Statement that addresses how the applicant incorporates the National Academy/AAAS "Vision and Change" core concepts and competencies in their teaching to students with highly varied backgrounds and a wide range of prior experience as reflected by the UGA student body. 4) List of three professional references and their contact information who are prepared to write letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2024 and continue until filled. All applications received by January 2, 2025 will receive full consideration, but the position is open until filled. Questions may be addressed to the search committee Chair, Dr. Carrie Pucko (cpucko@uga.edu). The full job description and application instructions are available at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/403158 Megan Demarche (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)