St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Faculty Positions

Open Positions

The Institution

St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Division/Department Information

The First Year Writing Program within the Institute for Core Studies is seeking applications for a one-year contract faculty position teaching first-year composition to a diverse undergraduate population. All St. John’s University students are required to take English Composition, and the First-Year Writing program is responsible for designing and teaching the curriculum for this course. All faculty design their own courses, which are connected by a shared set of learning objectives. Our faculty meet with students for one-on-one conferences periodically throughout the semester. The candidate will join a program committed to portfolio-based assessment, multimodal composition, and inclusive pedagogical practices. The FYW Program is eager to attract candidates who represent the rich diversity of the students and communities we are proud to serve in the New York Metropolitan area. In addition, we seek candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

Responsibilities

The position entails teaching four First Year Writing courses per semester, in addition to a rigorous schedule of individual conferences with students. An active research agenda is suggested but not required.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have completed at minimum an MFA or an MA in a related field by the time of appointment with extensive experience teaching English composition. All candidates should demonstrate teaching excellence and show a commitment to early college students. Preferred qualifications include a record of publication related to pedagogy, composition, and/or rhetoric; and evidence of ongoing research production.

Application Process

All applications should be submitted online. Submit letter of inquiry, CV, and a diversity statement (approximately 250 words) online by May 12, 2023, via the apply button below. The diversity statement should detail your experience with and commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in your teaching and research. Candidates who are selected for interviews will be required to submit a statement of teaching philosophy, a writing sample, and three letters of recommendation.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

ST. JOHN’S COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
Tenure

The Institution

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world. 

Division/Department Information

The Department of Biological Sciences at the Queens campus of St. John’s University located in New York City is seeking applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biology. Preference will be given to those in fields of neurobiology and/or physiology (any organism). However, we strongly encourage applications from other biological fields as well. The Department is eager to attract candidates that represent the rich diversity of the students and communities we are proud to serve in the New York Metropolitan area. We are seeking a highly collaborative colleague who can engage with faculty and students from wide biological disciplines and backgrounds. We have an active faculty with most having NIH or NSF funded research programs. Additionally, many of our faculty maintain collaborations with colleagues at surrounding institutions, such as Columbia University, New York University, and the New York Botanical Garden. The Department of Biological Sciences, with more than 1000 undergraduate B.S. students, is the largest department on campus. We also maintain robust M.S. and Ph.D. programs. More information about the department can be found here: https://www.stjohns.edu/resources/places/biological-sciences  

Responsibilities

We anticipate this position to begin in Fall 2023. We aim to support our successful candidate in establishing an extramurally funded research program. They will also be expected to mentor and teach undergraduate, M.S., and Ph.D. students in their research area. Finally, we strongly encourage them to become engaged with efforts on campus to expand diversity, equity and inclusion in our curriculum, student support, and professional development.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a PhD or other graduate degree in a biological field. Ideal candidates will have postdoctoral research experience and a strong record of research accomplishments.

Application Process

Click here to submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, research statement, diversity & inclusion statement, teaching philosophy, and complete contact information for three professional references online. The diversity and inclusion statement should address how the candidate plans to support an inclusive, anti-racist, and equitable environment in their research and teaching. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. For more information contact: Dianella Howarth, Professor and Chair of Biological Sciences [email protected].

The Institution

St. John's established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; a graduate center in Hauppauge, NY; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world. 

Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is seeking a full-time, tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor Rank on the Queens campus.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, conduct research in their area of expertise, mentor students, and provide service to the department and university.

Qualifications

Earned research doctorate required. Areas of expertise are open. Candidates must show evidence of excellence in teaching, professional and scholarly activity, student engagement, and a strong commitment to service participation in the Department.

Application Process

To apply click here. Interested applicants should include a letter of interest that includes letter of application, a current CV, examples of published works.

Three letters of recommendation should be emailed to Nancy Colodny, Ed.D., CCC-SLP at [email protected].

The Department of Rhetoric, Communication & Theatre in St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at St. John’s University (New York) is seeking applicants for a one-year, full-time faculty position at the rank of Instructor to begin in Fall 2022.

St. John's University (www.stjohns.edu), founded in 1870, is a Catholic and Vincentian university that prepares students for personal and professional success in today’s global society. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. Our quality springs from an institutional vision of excellence and service. Students come from nearly 50 states and 127 countries to pursue more than 100 associate, bachelor’s, master's, and doctoral degrees in the arts, humanities, business, education, law, pharmacy, the sciences, and specialized professional programs. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations. St. John’s has three New York City campuses; a Graduate Center in Hauppauge, NY; international campuses in Rome, Italy, and Paris, France; and study abroad locations in Seville, Spain, and around the world. The University's Division I athletic program offers 17 men's and women's programs in the Big East Conference.

St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is the cornerstone and oldest division of St. John’s University. The College offers three undergraduate degrees: the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Science and the Bachelor of Fine Arts. Although the College has always emphasized the liberal arts tradition, we offer more than thirty majors and forty minors in the arts and sciences, business, and education. The college’s graduate division provides numerous programs leading to master’s and doctorate degrees. St. John’s College serves approximately 3300 undergraduate and graduate students. Faculty in the College also teach the majority of courses in the University’s core curriculum whose courses are taken by every St. John’s University undergraduate student regardless of college/school or major. For additional information, please visit http://www.stjohns.edu/academics/schools-and-colleges/st-johns-college-liberal-arts-and-sciences.

The Department/Division of Rhetoric, Communication & Theatre:

As part of St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Department of Rhetoric, Communication & Theatre educates students on how humans use symbols, both verbal and nonverbal, to inform or persuade other individuals as they create meaning, form human relationships, and manage conflict in a variety of contexts, cultures, and environments. It allows students the opportunity to develop their communicative practices and communicative strategies in message analysis, production, and delivery that will help them to make more informed decisions in their professional, personal, and civic life. Our experienced faculty pursues a teaching philosophy that helps students achieve personal fulfillment, civic engagement and career success. In addition to providing public speaking classes for hundreds of students every semester, the Department also offers a major in Communication Studies, minors in public address and several communication specialties, and a minor in Theatre. On the Staten Island campus, the Department offers students a concentration in Communication. For more information, please visit: https://www.stjohns.edu/academics/programs/communication-studies-bachelor-arts.

Description of Responsibilities:

The Department of Rhetoric, Communication & Theatre at St. John’s University in Staten Island, New York, invites applications for a one-year instructor position to begin in August of 2022. The Successful candidate will teach multiple sections of Public Speaking with the possibility of teaching a course within area of expertise in the Spring of 2023.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess an MA at the time of the appointment though a Ph.D. is preferred.

Additionally, please send letters of recommendation to [email protected] or to the following address:

Dr. Jeremiah Hickey
Department of Rhetoric, Communication & Theatre
St. John’s Hall, Rm 344A
St. John’s University
Queens, NY 11439

Questions may be directed to Jeremiah Hickey, Chair of the Department of Rhetoric, Communication & Theatre; email [email protected].

To apply click here

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit your CV, letter of interest, and three letters of recommendation. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world. 

Adjunct Instructor or Adjunct Assistant Professor - Department of Chemistry

The primary responsibility for this position is teaching. The needs of the department will determine the courses. The usual needs are for general chemistry (lecture, lab and recitation) and organic chemistry (lecture, lab and recitation), however, advanced courses will be considered that meet program needs.

Most classes are in-person (at the address: 8000 Utopia Parkway, Queens, NY 11439), but some classes are online, both synchronously and asynchronously. For asynchronous classes, a certificate is required.

Qualifications: Applicants should possess a master’s degree in chemistry or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of teaching experience in chemistry. It is expected that the position will be renewable. High-quality teaching is essential for the renewal of the position for the subsequent years. The initial rank depends on the highest degree of the candidate and the availability of the documented experience. The hire-on rate is $950 per credit for candidates without Ph.D. and $1050 per credit for candidates with a Ph.D.

Application Process: Please apply online via this link Adjunct Instructor or Adjunct Assistant Professor of Chemistry and include the following:

1. a cover letter explaining your interest in the position, in our department and in doing the work described in the “Responsibilities” above.
2. a Curriculum Vitae.

Applications will be reviewed when received. Applicants given further consideration will be invited for an interview; and expected to read and sign the “Requirements for faculty teaching” form.

The Institution

St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

About the Position

The primary responsibility for this position is teaching. The needs of the department will determine the number of sections to be assigned to adjunct faculty. For more information about the course, please visit the Institute for Core Studies website.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess at least a master’s degree in a science-based discipline such as biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, sociology, or similar fields. Strong skills in student engagement are required. A focus on data visualization or sustainability is preferred. Evidence of experience teaching a general science course to non-majors is preferred. It is expected that the position will be renewable. High-quality teaching is essential for the renewal of the position for the subsequent years. The initial rank depends on the highest degree of the candidate and the availability of the documented experience. The hire-on rate is $950 per credit for candidates without Ph.D. and $1050 per credit for candidates with a Ph.D.

Application Process

Please apply online and include the following:

A cover letter explaining your interest in the position, in our department and in doing the work described in the “Responsibilities” above.
A Curriculum Vitae.
A teaching statement expressing a philosophy of teaching and/or describing the candidate’s ability to engage non-major students in learning about science.

The Institution

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world. 

Division/Department Information

The Scientific Inquiry Program within the Institute for Core Studies is seeking applications for a one-year contract faculty position teaching scientific inquiry to a diverse undergraduate population. All St. John’s University students who are not majoring in the sciences are required to take Scientific Inquiry, and the Scientific Inquiry faculty are responsible for designing and teaching the curriculum for this course. All faculty design their own courses, which are connected by a shared set of learning objectives. The candidate will join a program committed to inclusive pedagogical practices. The Scientific Inquiry Program is eager to attract candidates who represent the rich diversity of the students and communities we are proud to serve in the New York Metropolitan area. In addition, we seek candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

Responsibilities

The position entails teaching four Scientific Inquiry courses per semester. An active research agenda is suggested but not required.

Qualifications 

Applicants should possess at least a master’s degree in a science-based discipline such as biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, sociology, or similar fields. Applicants should have extensive experience teaching college-level science courses. Strong skills in student engagement and a commitment to early college students are required. Preferred qualifications include a focus on data visualization or sustainability; evidence of experience teaching a general science course to non-majors; and a record of publication related to science pedagogy and/or scientific research.

Application Process

To apply click here. Submit letter of inquiry, CV, and a diversity statement (approximately 250 words) online. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The diversity statement should detail your experience with and commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in your teaching and research. Candidates who are selected for interviews will be required to submit a statement of teaching philosophy and three letters of recommendation.  

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual/hourly salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education