Summary

The Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at Regis College seeks an Adjunct Professor specializing in Biomedical Engineering to teach BE440, Biomolecular Mechanics and Control.  This course will focus on the principles of thermodynamics and kinetics applied to the analysis and design of biomolecular systems. Topics include mass and energy balances, entropy, chemical equilibria, enzyme kinetics and the effect of external fields (e.g., mechanical forces, electric potential) on biomolecular reaction equilibria and kinetics. In the latter portion of the course, these foundational concepts will be applied to natural biomolecular networks and synthetic biocircuits with the purpose of analyzing their dynamic homeostatic behavior and natural feedback and feed-forward control in the body. 

This class will be held in person on the Weston, MA campus.  The day and time has not been set as of yet and can be worked around the instructor’s schedule.  

Essential Functions:

• Teach BE 440 as a synchronous, in person course. Engage with all responsibilities associated with teaching the section: modify the course design as needed, direct oversight of student work, grading, office hours, overall student classroom and academic assessment.

Other Responsibilities:

• Anyone hired for this position must be willing and able to design and implement the course components. As an undergraduate program, there are no TAs available to assist with the course.

Requirements:

• Minimum requirement: An earned MS in Biomedical Engineering or similar field, with demonstrated evidence of specializations in medical devices, instrumentation and/or bioprocessing; PhDs welcome.
• Demonstrated evidence of at least three years prior teaching experience (lectures and labs) at the undergraduate level; experience with designing and implementing undergraduate labs greatly desired.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive classroom learning environment in keeping with the University's commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other STEM faculty in terms of curriculum and assessment.
• Demonstrated familiarity with academic assessment.
• Familiarity with the learning management system Moodle is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to uphold the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Normal classroom environment, not subject to extremes in noise, odors, etc.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

Protecting the Regis Community 

All faculty, staff, and students who live, learn, and work on Regis College’s Weston MA campus are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated for COVID-19. COVID-19 immunization is required for faculty, staff, and students who learn and work in the Regis College Dental Center and Autism Center, consistent with federal mandates. For further information, please review Regis College’s health and safety protocols.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

In employment, as in education, Regis College is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Regis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran’s status, membership in uniformed services or any other protected status.

About Regis College

Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and inspired by the social justice values of our founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, Regis College is a welcoming and inclusive community. We are called to provide access to an academically rigorous education through innovative learning opportunities and collaborative engagement at all degree levels. We educate the whole person, preparing our students to pursue excellence, to become change agents in their own communities, and to serve and lead as advocates for a more just and compassionate global society.

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