Wellness Curriculum Lecturer Position in Biological Sciences

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About the School of Biological Sciences at the Georgia Institute of Technology

The School of Biological Sciences undergraduate degree programs include 4-year BS and 5-year BS/MS programs in Biology and Bioinformatics. Graduate degree programs include: MS and PhD in Biology, MS and PhD in Bioinformatics, MS and PhD in Computational Science and Engineering as well as PhD in Quantitative Biosciences, Ocean Sciences and Engineering, Applied Physiology, and Dual Degree Doctorate of Physical Therapy/ Doctor of Philosophy. Research strengths include: Computational Biology and Bioinformatics, Ecology, Evolution, Integrative Physiology, Microbial Dynamics and Infection, Neuroscience, Molecular and Cell Biology, Molecular Biomedical Sciences. The School is home to the two largest and most diverse undergraduate majors in the College of Sciences: Biology and Neuroscience. Faculty members in the School of Biological Sciences have the opportunity to work with students from all majors on campus.

The School of Biological Sciences at the Georgia Institute of Technology invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer faculty position to teach courses in the Institute's Wellness Requirement, beginning Summer 2027.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant faculty with interests in a broad range of wellness initiatives and biological sciences as well as innovative pedagogy and biology education research. While this position is housed in Biological Sciences, we are seeking expertise in a scientific approach to wellness that could come from a broader range of disciplines.

Ideal candidates should have experience teaching undergraduate courses and an interest in innovative undergraduate instruction. The Lecturer will instruct in a combination of the following courses that fulfill the Wellness Requirement for Georgia Tech undergraduates. Scientific Foundations of Health (APPH 1040) is a large-lecture course (200+ students), where students learn how genetics, the environment and human behavior influence well-being. Topics include sustainable behavior change, mental health/stress management, health and fitness, immunity, nutrition, and chronic disease prevention. In the Science of Physical Activity and Health (APPH 1050), students learn the importance of health and fitness, nutrition, stress management and chronic disease prevention through both lecture and a weekly physical activity focused on training to improve fitness. Flourishing: Strategies for Well-being and Resilience (APPH 1060) helps students improve their health/well-being and flourish by using conceptual pillars such as coping, resiliency, optimism, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is a renewable, 12-month, non-tenure-track appointment.

Primary responsibilities include:

Lecture preparation and instruction for wellness courses

Administrative oversight (specific to courses taught)

Mentorship of teaching assistants assigned to the course.

This position also has the potential to contribute to courses in the Biology or Neuroscience curriculum, given expertise and programmatic need. Topics could include but are not limited to the Biological Basis of Public Health, Global Health Issues, Anatomy, Nutrition, Kinesiology, Introductory Biology, and Genetics. Lecturers teach the equivalent of 24 credits per year (Summer, Fall, Spring). When applicable, one course per academic year may be converted from teaching to administrative credit for work in support of the wellness requirement, including course coordination, program oversight, or curriculum development.

Candidates must hold an accredited master's or doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in a relevant field.

A complete application includes:

A letter of application

Statement of teaching philosophy

Summary of teaching experience

Sample course syllabus

Curriculum vitae (CV)

The names and contact information for at least three professional references.

Application materials should be submitted as .PDF files via CAREERS. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026 and will be considered until the position is filled.

Requests for information may be directed to search co-chair Dr. Christie Stewart at christie.stewart@ap.gatech.edu

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