Part-Time Professor - Department of Biology
Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG) is a higher education institution that, for more than fifty years, has driven the country's development through high-impact academic, research, and outreach programs. We have three campuses, six faculties, and a Research Institute, which form a solid academic structure oriented toward the integral formation of professionals and the advancement of knowledge. Our faculties are: Ciencias y Humanidades, Educación, Ciencias Sociales, Ingeniería, Administración y Negocios, and Colegio Universitario. At UVG, we believe that knowledge is the engine of transformation; therefore, we promote equity in access to education through scholarship and financial support programs. Our team is composed of passionate professors, researchers, scientists, and professionals committed to academic excellence and the development of Guatemala. We provide opportunities for growth, innovation, and continuous training, because we trust in the talent, creativity, commitment, and dedication of our community. Today, we are looking for people who wish to join us in sharing our vision within a framework of ethics and excellence through their experience, to deliver resourceful and committed people to Guatemala and the world.
Main Objective Contribute to the integral formation of students in the Department of Biology through teaching, coordination, and supervision of professional practices, as well as supporting the safe planning and execution of field trips and activities. Likewise, strengthen links with institutions and practice sites, ensuring quality formative experiences and compliance with biosafety, prevention, and risk management protocols. Main Functions Plan and teach courses in Biology and environmental areas, including content, activities, and evaluations. Coordinate and provide academic follow-up for students' professional practices. Identify and manage institutions and sites for professional practices and field activities. Plan and accompany field trips, coordinating logistics, documentation, and corresponding authorizations. Develop and implement biosafety, prevention, and risk mitigation measures. Attend to incidents and unforeseen situations during field activities, applying established protocols. Prepare reports and maintain updated academic, practice, and field activity records.
Academic Profile Bachelor's degree in Biología, Ciencias Ambientales, Ciencias Naturales, or related areas.
Master's or Doctorate, preferably in areas related to Biología, Ciencias Ambientales, Ecología, Ciencias Naturales, Gestión Ambiental, or related disciplines.
Experience or participation in research projects, scientific publications, and academic outreach activities will be valued.
Required Experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience in teaching, preferably at the university level.
Experience teaching courses related to Biología, Ciencias, Medio Ambiente, or related areas.
Desirable experience in advising graduation projects, research projects, or theses.
Desirable experience in scientific outreach activities, environmental education, or engagement with educational centers.
Advanced English The selected person must have availability to join the position starting in January 2027, under a part-time modality, including availability for teaching activities, advising, academic meetings, workshops, and career promotion activities according to the department's schedule.