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The Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Practice faculty position in Biological Writing to begin in August 2019. The successful applicant will be an accomplished writer in technical and/or non-technical science writing and also will have a record of excellence in teaching writing at the college level. The responsibilities for this position include: 1) to develop a new course in Biological Writing, which will be a required course for students seeking Bachelor’s degrees in Biology, Biomedical Science, Microbiology and Biology Secondary Education; 2) to teach sections of this course during the academic year; and 3) to train, manage and supervise a team of Graduate Teaching Assistants who will deliver additional sections of the course. This position and course will occupy an important place in the Biology curriculum, as the Department seeks to develop and maintain a high quality junior level writing course that is integrated with progressively more sophisticated writing activities in lower- and upper-division courses. Qualifications MA or MS in Rhetoric and Composition, Professional Writing, Science Writing, or a closely related field OR MS in Biology or a closely related field conferred by August 19, 2019. At least two years’ experience teaching writing at the college level is also required. Preferred qualifications include: Three or more years of experience teaching scientific writing, with an emphasis on biology, at the college level; professional accomplishments consistent with a high level of success in multiple forms or modalities of science writing with a biological focus; experience with supervision of Graduate Teaching Assistants; outstanding communication skills; and experience working and interacting with people from a wide variety of culturally diverse backgrounds. Application Application materials include: 1) a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) contact information for three professional referees who are prepared to submit letters of recommendation; 5) copies of transcripts; and 6) no more than two writing samples that illustrate your qualifications for this position    Save all items, in the order stated, as a single PDF and apply through: http://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Careers/Faculty-and-Administrator-Openings/, select faculty openings, select the appropriate job title, and then select "Apply Now" on that page. Attach your single PDF with these items to your application through the NAU HR site. Only complete application packets submitted through NAU HR will be reviewed. Please address questions to the search chair: Dr. Karen Haubensak (karen.haubensak@nau.edu) About Northern Arizona University Northern Arizona University has a student population of about 26,000 at its main campus in Flagstaff and at over 30 sites across the state. The Department of Biological Sciences comprises more than 3000 majors in 5 undergraduate degree programs, roughly 70 faculty, and 100 MS and PhD students. Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch. NAU carefully balances teaching, scholarship and service with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student’s success.  All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes.     While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research that extend to such national concerns as forest health and bioterrorism. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.     Northern Arizona University is located in Flagstaff, AZ, a beautiful mountain town with a surprisingly vibrant restaurant scene. Located a little over an hour from the Grand Canyon and ~45 min from Sedona, Flagstaff is a hiker's paradise. In fact, the city of Flagstaff operates more than 50 miles of unpaved trails and there are, on average, 266 sunny days per year with which to enjoy them. At 7000 ft in elevation, Flagstaff experiences all four seasons; summers are mild and in the winter snow abounds.     Additional Information Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.    If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on line at http://hr.nau.edu or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.  If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Affirmative Action Office at 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011   Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

Purpose and Passion • Comprehensive Benefits • Life-Work Integration • Community • Career Growth At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.   About the role: This Therapy Consultant position requires someone with a strong clinical aptitude that can work in a team environment. Strong sales skills are a definite need and the ability to be coached and directed will assist in making this job a success. Responsibilities unique to this position are having a good understanding of the catheterization lab and being able to build strong relationships with the physicians and the staff.  The Interventional Cardiology team with Boston Scientific is looking for high energy, driven, passionate people, looking to not just change jobs, but start an amazing career!   At Boston Scientific, our products and technologies are used to diagnose or treat a wide range of medical conditions. We continue to innovate in key areas and are extending our innovations into new geographies and high-growth adjacency markets. In Interventional Cardiology (IC) we design, develop, and produce technologies for diagnosing and treating coronary artery disease and other cardiovascular disorders. Medical Conditions we provide solutions for include: Cardiovascular Diseases, Coronary Artery Disease, Acute Myocardial Infarction. We are able to provide a number of solutions to patients that include: Drug-Eluting Stents, Bare-Metal Stents, Catheters, Balloons, Guide Wires, Coronary Atherectomy and Coronary Intravascular Ultrasound. We have a robust product line and pipeline, and we will continue to make an investment in Interventional treatments.   This Therapy Consultant will have the opportunity to sell and promote company products within a defined geographic territory.  This will be accomplished by developing new accounts and expanding usage of company products within current accounts in an effort to meet a sales quota based on company sales goals and to directly increase sales revenue of the company.   Your responsibilities include:         •   Sells products by scheduling sales calls to meet with current and potential customers to fulfill revenue and unit growth objectives assigned by company on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis. •   Develops and implements sales strategies by determining the relevant factors (e.g., product, competition and pricing needs) of existing and potential accounts to effectively promote the company's products to appropriate hospital personnel and physicians. •   Develops action plans (i.e., weekly, quarterly, monthly) by analyzing quarterly and monthly sales figures and reports identifying the needs of particular accounts and discussing issues with Regional Sales Manager to help the organization achieve its annual sales goals. •   Determines the needs (e.g., product and pricing), goals, product usage, and types of cases handled by specific customers by meeting with and asking in-depth questions of physicians and other hospital personnel to learn which BSC products can best address their specific needs. •   Observes actual procedures in the cardiac catheterization or electro-physiology lab and operating room of hospital accounts to gain insight into the specific nuances of each physician and each member of the lab staff. •   Establishes pricing packages by working with relevant BSC personnel to establish price points that address specific customer's needs while satisfying company guidelines and policies. •   Responds to customer needs and complaints regarding products and service by developing creative and feasible solutions or working with other related personnel (e.g. clinical research, pricing and/or marketing) to develop optimal solutions. •   Develops relationships with hospital personnel (e.g. through casual conversation, meetings, participation in conferences) to make new contacts in other departments within hospital and to identify key purchasing decision makers in order to facilitate future sales.  •   Educates customers on the merits and proper clinical usage of company products by giving presentations and demonstrations using a wide variety of formats and platforms (e.g., slides, transparencies, manuals) to secure purchasing commitments, often with the help of incentive programs and services made available to the account being developed.   What we’re looking for: Basic Qualifications 5-7 Years with BA; 2-4 Years with MBA Minimum 5 years previous experience in medical device sales   Preferred Qualifications A four year degree with a background in sales and a proven track record of success will help in making this position a successful team approach to selling in the catheterization lab and to our physicians. Strong clinical, analytical and selling skills are a must in this position. Person should have a proven ability to take on a large number of accounts and travel within a 4 state area. Problem solving and the ability to be coached and directed by other teammates will allow collaboration and success in selling IVUS, DES, balloons and the full bag of specialty products.     About us As a global medical technology leader for more than 35 years, our mission at Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) is to transform lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients. If you’re looking to truly make a difference to people both around the world and around the corner, there’s no better place to make it happen.   Boston Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, Veteran   Requisition ID:  444468   Nearest Major Market: Phoenix Job Segment: Consultant, Consulting, Medical, Physiology, Medical Technologist, Contract, Healthcare

Job Title Assistant Clinical Professor - Social Work Job ID 604235 Location Social Work   Workplace Culture NAU is a community devoted to student success and sustained by an unshakable commitment to our shared mission, vision, and values. We—faculty, staff, and administrators—thrive by combining our efforts and working side by side to further NAU’s culture of excellence. Special Information The Northern Arizona University Department of Social Work invites applications for multiple Assistant Clinical Professor positions with Northern Arizona University’s CSWE accredited BSW program and MSW program that is currently in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education.  Start date of August 2019. Job Description The Northern Arizona University Social Work Program offers a CSWE-accredited BSW degree and a MSW degree that is in candidacy. We employ a cohort model and are committed to utilizing technology and service learning as methods within our curriculum. These are nine (9) month positions that require teaching four (4) social work courses per semester, student mentoring, and program service activities, including committees, curriculum development, and program planning.  These positions are teaching focused, non-tenure eligible, at the rank of Assistant Clinical Professor. The positions are expected to be continuing, with potential for promotion. Renewal is contingent on satisfactory performance, continued funding and department needs. We seek candidates who will contribute to department efforts to advance programs and teaching & learning, with a record of and potential and willingness to participate in the college’s efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity.  Minimum Qualifications MSW degree from CSWE accredited Social Work Program. University teaching experience and/or other professional teaching experience. Three years post-MSW practice experience. Experience working with ethnically and culturally diverse populations.  Preferred Qualifications A doctorate in Social Work or related field from an accredited institution. Five or more years of post-MSW clinical practice experience. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or highest level of professional licensure in their state of practice. Successful university/college-level teaching experience, as demonstrated by course evaluations or annual reviews. Demonstrated ability to teach clinical social work courses (e.g. assessment, human behavior in the social environment, micro and/or mezzo practice, crisis intervention, school social work, mental health, addictions, grief & bereavement). Experience mentoring students. Knowledge of online technologies demonstrated by prior use/experience. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a diverse university community. Experience working with Indigenous/Native populations of the Southwest. General Information Northern Arizona University has a student population of 31,073, including approximately 23,000 on its main campus in Flagstaff and the remainder at more than 20 locations statewide and online. Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch, with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student’s success. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes. While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees. Flagstaff has a population of about 70,000, rich in cultural diversity. Located at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff is 140 miles north of Phoenix at intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40. The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment. For information about diversity, access and equity at NAU, see the  Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage . Background Information Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following:  a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment.  You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year the Northern Arizona University Police Department releases an annual security report.  The report is a result of the federal law known as the Clery Act and contains policy statements that address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security including policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.  The report contains three years of data for Clery reportable crime statistics for the campus along with the most current year’s Fire Safety Report, which includes policy statements and fire statistics for Flagstaff on-campus student housing.  The report may be viewed at  nau.edu/clery  or by visiting the  NAUPD website .  A printed copy of the report is available upon request by contacting the NAU Police Department, Records Department at (928)523-8884 or by visiting the department at Building 98A on the NAU Mountain Campus. Salary Commensurate with academic qualification and experience. Benefits This is a Faculty (FAC) position.  NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP); sick leave accruals and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members.  More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU  HR benefits page . Faculty are hired on a contract basis, renewable according to terms of the  Conditions of Faculty Service . Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan).  Employees will have 31 days from date of hire to enroll in benefits, and their benefits will then be effective the first day of the pay period following their completed enrollment. If a new employee chooses the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) retirement option, participation in the ASRS Plan (and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it) will begin on the first of the pay period following 183 days of employment. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP; an alternative to the ASRS plan) will begin to participate on the first day of employment.  The long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following 90 days of employment.  More information about NAU benefits is available at the NAU  HR benefits page .  Submission Deadline This vacancy will be open until filled or closed.  Priorty review of applications will begin on April 8, 2019, with weekly reviews thereafter. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by the priority review date to receive optimal consideration. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description if viewing this position through the NAU HR website. Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to  nau.jobs , follow the 'Faculty and Administrator Openings' link, locate vacancy  604235 , and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page. Application must include: (1) a letter of interest highlighting your particular qualifications for this position, addressing minimun and preferred qualifications; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy; (4) copies of recent teaching or annual evaluations; (5) a sample of professional or academic writing; (6) unoffical transcripts of graduate coursework; and (7) names and contact information for at least three references.  Save all items as PDF and/or Word documents. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the  HR website   or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Office of Equity and Access at: 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011. FLSA Status   This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.   Equal Employment Opportunity Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution.  Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. EEO is the Law Poster and Supplements NAU is an Employer of National Service.  AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Job Description  The Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University invites applications for a non-tenure track Lecturer position in General Biology to begin in August 2019. The successful applicant will have demonstrated success in teaching large enrollment introductory biology courses, and will be expected to teach multiple sections of our first year biology sequence as well as other lower-division biology courses as needed.  These courses support our departmental programs as well as those of other campus units.  The successful candidate should be conversant with topics at the levels of cells (e.g., cell structure/function, major pathways, Mendelian and molecular genetics) and organisms (e.g., biodiversity, basic biology of plants and animals, introductory physiology, ecology, evolution).  The successful candidate will be expected to teach in collaboration with department faculty and staff and complete, seek out regular professional development around student success, and perform service roles in the Department.  Research and other forms of scholarship activity are not an expectation for this position, and release time will not be allocated for them.   Minimum Qualifications   A conferred Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or a closely related field conferred by August 19, 2019 At least one year experience teaching Introductory Biology at the college level Complete hiring packet   Preferred Qualifications  Two years' experience in large enrollment introductory lecture courses as the instructor of record. Experience with traditional and non-traditional course delivery including the use of active learning techniques and student centered teaching practices. Experience with use of Learning Management Systems and other online learning platforms. Expertise in best practices related to teaching in STEM, first-year college students, learning strategies and college success skills, resiliency and/or at-risk students. Outstanding communication skills. Experience working and interacting with people from a wide variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.   Special Information  This is a non-tenure track, non-tenure eligible faculty position in the Department of Biological Sciences. This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future. General Information   The Department of Biological Sciences comprises more than 2500 majors in 4 undergraduate degree programs, roughly 50 faculty, and100 MS and PhD students.  Northern Arizona University is a 31,073-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of about 70,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. NAU’s emphasis on undergraduate education is enhanced by its graduate programs and research as well as distance learning. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes.  The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment.  For information about diversity, access, and equity at NAU, see the Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage.  Background Information  Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following:  a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment.  You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check.  Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.  Finally, each year the Northern Arizona University Police Department releases an annual security report.  The report is a result of the federal law known as the Clery Act and contains policy statements that address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security including policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.  The report contains three years of data for Clery reportable crime statistics for the campus along with the most current year’s Fire Safety Report, which includes policy statements and fire statistics for Flagstaff on-campus student housing.  The report may be viewed at nau.edu/clery or by visiting the NAUPD website.  A printed copy of the report is available upon request by contacting the NAU Police Department, Records Department at (928)523-8884 or by visiting the department at Building 98A on the NAU Mountain Campus. Salary  $48,000 per academic year   Benefits  This is a Faculty (FAC) position.  NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP); sick leave accruals and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members.  More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU HR benefits page.  Faculty are hired on a contract basis, renewable according to terms of the Conditions of Faculty Service. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan).  Employees will have 31 days from date of hire to enroll in benefits, and their benefits will then be effective the first day of the pay period following their completed enrollment.  If a new employee chooses the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) retirement option, participation in the ASRS Plan (and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it) will begin on the first of the pay period following 183 days of employment. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP; an alternative to the ASRS plan) will begin to participate on the first day of employment.  The long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following 90 days of employment.  More information about NAU benefits is available at the NAU HR benefits page.   Submission Deadline  This vacancy will be open until filled or closed.  Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2019.   How to Apply  To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description if viewing this position through the NAU HR website. Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to nau.jobs, follow the 'Faculty and Administrator Openings' link, locate vacancy 604190, and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page.   Application must include:   a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; names and contact information for three references; copies of transcripts; and evidence of effective teaching (teaching evaluation data, quotations from students, etc.). Save all items, in the order stated, as PDF documents. Attach these PDF items to your application through the NAU HR site. Only complete application packets submitted through NAU HR will be reviewed.  Address questions to: Dr. Ana Araya-Anchetta, Chair of General Biology Lecturer Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, PO Box 5640, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ  86011, ana.araya-anchetta@nau.edu  If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the HR website  or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.  If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Office of Equity and Access at: 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011.   FLSA Status  This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.   Equal Employment Opportunity  Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution.  Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.  EEO is the Law Poster and Supplements  NAU is an Employer of National Service.  AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Northern Arizona University is seeking a highly motivated director to advance NAU’s student-focused Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Under the supervision of the Office of the Provost, the Director will lead the boundaryless@NAU initiative, an interdisciplinary educational experience designed to prepare NAU undergraduate students with problem solving and analytical thinking skills to thrive in the increasingly complex global society.  Information about the boundaryless@NAU can be found at https://nau.edu/boundaryless/ . It is a 12-month, full-time, service professional position. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in design thinking, engineering, business, arts, or related fields. Higher education teaching experience Application Deadline: Open until further notice.  Priority review will begin February 4, 2019. Please see nau.jobs for full job descriptions and details on how to apply on-line!  NAU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.