The City University of New York

Adjunct Professor - Biostatistics for Biology Majors at Lehman College

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Lehman College, of The City University of New York, ranks among the top five institutions in the nation for fostering social mobility. A four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Bronx, Lehman offers bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced degrees and certificate programs in the Liberal Arts, sciences, and professions. The College’s community-driven mission and notable academic programs attract a diverse, international enrollment of over 15,000 students who take courses on its 37-acre, tree-lined campus and online degree programs. Many thousands more community members benefit yearly from its active cultural, educational, health, and economic outreach programs and services.

The Department of Biological Sciences at Lehman College seeks an Adjunct Professor to teach BIO 240: Biostatistics for Biology Majors .

BIO 240 Biostatistics (3 credit, 2-hour lecture and 2-hour lab) is taught as an online, synchronous course for biology majors)

Fall 2025 Schedule:

• Lecture: Wednesdays, 9:00 AM – 10:40 AM
• Labs: Mondays, 11:00 AM – 12:40 PM and Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – 12:40 PM

Course Objectives

Bio 240 aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the methods of collecting, presenting, analyzing, and interpreting scientific data. The course will also equip students with practical skills in using statistical software for data analysis. By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of fundamental statistical theory and be proficient in applying various statistical methods to different types of data and experimental designs.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand Statistical Theory : Grasp key concepts in statistical theory including probability distributions, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis.
2. Apply Statistical Methods : Use appropriate statistical techniques for analyzing and interpreting data from various experimental designs and scientific studies.
3. Use Statistical Software : Proficiently use R and RStudio to perform data analysis, create scientific graphs, and interpret results.
4. Develop Problem-Solving Skills : Demonstrate the ability to tackle real-world data analysis problems using statistical methods and software tools.

QUALIFICATIONS

A graduate degree (Master's or PhD) in Biostatistics or in a related field which utilizes biostatistics tools. A minimum of three years of teaching experience is preferred.

COMPENSATION

$ 119.35 per hour. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID 30486 or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide, in a single PDF:

• CV/resume, including teaching experience and any relevant research experience including publications
• All transcripts
• Names and contact information for three references

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of applications to begin immediately; on-going to fill open position.

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Job ID

30486

Location

Lehman College