Lecturer - BIOT 620: BioProcessing and Bioengineering (Summer 2024)

BIOT 620 : BioProcessing and Bioengineering

• Position : Instructional Faculty, Summer Session - Extesion
• Semester : Summer 2024
• Day / Time : Tuesdays, from 5 : 30 . to 9 : 30 .
• Modality : In-person
• College : CSTEM College of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
• Department : Biology, Master of Biotech through Extended Learning

The Department of Biology at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Summer 2024 to teach to co-teach BIOT 620 : BioProcessing and BioEngineering in the Masters of Biotechnology program.

The dates of this course are 6 / 12-8 / 10 / 2024.

Course Description

Introduction to the theory and application of biotechnology processes for the development of biopharmaceutical and bio-based products.

Covers the spectrum of bioprocess engineering, starting from genetic concepts for producing pharmaceutical and other products.

The organisms considered range from simple bacteria to highly specialized animal cell cultures. A basic understanding of fundamental bioprocess concepts such as fluid mechanics, mass transfer, unit operations, biochemical reaction kinetics, cell growth and metabolism, heterogeneous reactions, and bioreactor analysis and design.

Minimum qualifications :

• A master's degree in in Biochemistry, Molecular Cell Biology, or Biotechnology, or related field or equivalent and / or equivalent industry experience
• Experience teaching or equivalent practical experience in Bioprocessing and Bioengineering
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Course Design (can design a well-structured syllabus, select appropriate course materials, and can incorporate fundamental tools and techniques used to study protein structure and function)
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability (commitment to staying update with latest research techniques and developments).
• Knowledge of Bioprocessing and Bioengineering theory and practice including related to molecular design of expression systems for biological products, cell engineering, upstream and downstream processing, fermentation, mass transfer and reactor design, production economics and models, good manufacturing practices and impact of regulation on bioprocessing of consumer products, and quality control.
• Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.

Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications :

• A doctorate in Biochemistry, Molecular Cell Biology, or Biotechnology, or related field or equivalent and / or equivalent industry experience
• Experience teaching or mentoring students / employees in topics related to process and bioengineering
• Industry Experience in Bioprocessing and Bioengineering related to molecular design of expression systems for biological products, cell engineering, upstream and downstream processing, fermentation sciences, mass transfer and reactor design, production economics and models, good manufacturing practices and impact of regulation on bioprocessing of consumer products, and quality control.
• Curriculum Development
• Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and / or intercultural competence with diverse groups in relation to teaching.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range : $2021 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)
• CSU Classification Salary Range : $999 - $5,519 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)

Application :

To apply, please prepare to submit the following :

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

Timeline : A review of applications will begin on April 30, 2024; however, the position will remain open until filled.

The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.

CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education.

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California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community.

We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.

Working in the State of California is a condition of employment

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks.

An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and / or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

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