Pre-College Instructor, Cell and Molecular Biology of Medicine
2024-04-13
USA
Columbia University
Company Description
Columbia University's Pre-College Programs offer high-achieving high school students the opportunity to engage in exploratory coursework at the college level, studying alongside peers from around the world. This highly selective program is open to students entering grades 9-12 and freshman year of college.
Job Description
Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach online courses during Summer ’24.
Please Note: Course(s) and course availability is subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change.
Session:
Summer C: August 5th - August 9th
Class Times (all times Eastern):
10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm
Course description:
At the core of most modern medical treatments is an understanding of how cells and biological molecules work. In this course we examine the functioning of medications such as antibiotics, antiviral drugs, chemotherapy, and psychiatric drugs. We also look at the molecular biology and treatment of conditions such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and auto-immune disorders such as lupus.
Classes include interactive lectures and in-class assignments designed to help students understand the connections between science and medical treatments. Outside of class, participants are expected to write a number of short essays exploring how various modern medical treatments work on a cellular and molecular level. The course includes asynchronous work, which students are expected to complete between class sessions.
Responsibilities:
Develop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work
Lead and attend all class sessions
Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored for our high school population
Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends
Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 20-24 students)
Attend and complete all required online trainings
Qualifications
Graduate degree or equivalent professional or academic background
Expertise in the pertinent subject matter
Aptitude for teaching
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Ranges:
Summer C online: $2,200 - $2,800
Please specify the session you would be interested in teaching.
Please submit a resume inclusive of teaching experience as well as formal teaching evaluations (if available)
Applicants must have U.S. work authorization and will need to be in the U.S. while teaching
Applicants may not hold a concurrent appointment with Columbia for the duration of their appointment
Once hired, applicants are required to submit to a third party background check and complete Protection of Minors training in addition to other training(s) mandated by the University and Pre-College Program
For more information on the program, hiring process, and class schedules, please see here.
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Columbia University's Pre-College Programs offer high-achieving high school students the opportunity to engage in exploratory coursework at the college level, studying alongside peers from around the world. This highly selective program is open to students entering grades 9-12 and freshman year of college.
Job Description
Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach online courses during Summer ’24.
Please Note: Course(s) and course availability is subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change.
Session:
Summer C: August 5th - August 9th
Class Times (all times Eastern):
10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm
Course description:
At the core of most modern medical treatments is an understanding of how cells and biological molecules work. In this course we examine the functioning of medications such as antibiotics, antiviral drugs, chemotherapy, and psychiatric drugs. We also look at the molecular biology and treatment of conditions such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and auto-immune disorders such as lupus.
Classes include interactive lectures and in-class assignments designed to help students understand the connections between science and medical treatments. Outside of class, participants are expected to write a number of short essays exploring how various modern medical treatments work on a cellular and molecular level. The course includes asynchronous work, which students are expected to complete between class sessions.
Responsibilities:
Develop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work
Lead and attend all class sessions
Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored for our high school population
Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends
Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 20-24 students)
Attend and complete all required online trainings
Qualifications
Graduate degree or equivalent professional or academic background
Expertise in the pertinent subject matter
Aptitude for teaching
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Ranges:
Summer C online: $2,200 - $2,800
Please specify the session you would be interested in teaching.
Please submit a resume inclusive of teaching experience as well as formal teaching evaluations (if available)
Applicants must have U.S. work authorization and will need to be in the U.S. while teaching
Applicants may not hold a concurrent appointment with Columbia for the duration of their appointment
Once hired, applicants are required to submit to a third party background check and complete Protection of Minors training in addition to other training(s) mandated by the University and Pre-College Program
For more information on the program, hiring process, and class schedules, please see here.
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.