Position Description

The Mellon College of Science (MCS) at Carnegie Mellon University is home to over 900 highly motivated, enthusiastic, and intellectually driven undergraduate students majoring in programs in the departments of biological sciences, chemistry, mathematical sciences, and physics. We seek a talented educator who is intellectually invested in the revolution of educational practices in higher education to assist in collaborative efforts towards the development, implementation, and assessment of the MCS general education requirements as the Director of Core Education Initiatives. The MCS Core Education is built upon a commitment to the development of an MCS student as a person, scholar, professional, and citizen. An investment in and commitment to integrating education and student development are essential.

This position requires significant independence as well as collaborative efforts with the committees that have been engaged in the implementation and assessment of the core curriculum to date. This is a special faculty position that reports directly to the Associate Dean for Educational Initiatives in MCS. The successful candidate must have the ability and experience to teach science or mathematics in one of the MCS departments and must hold an advanced degree. Three or more years of experience in advising and teaching is required; additional experience with educational program development and grant writing are preferred. Experience with the development of surveys for use in summative course-level and program-level assessment is preferred. Superior skills in organization, communications, and interpersonal relations are required.

Qualifications

Teaching opportunities affiliated with this position are initially in team teaching a first-year seminar, multiple courses focused on the arts, community service, and personal wellbeing, as well as an upper-level science communication course in MCS. This position will also work as part of a team of first-year advisors and programming directors in MCS. Research opportunities are limited only to educational initiatives. This position will also serve on a number of MCS and university-wide committees related to general education, community service, and planning/implementation of student events.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest that addresses qualifications, relevant experience, strengths, and motivations in pursuing this position. Applications should be received by June 22, 2025 for initial review of applicants.