The Department of Biological Sciences at Bridgewater State University seeks applications for the full time, tenure track position of Assistant Professor in the field of physiological or molecular ecology. We seek an individual who is strongly committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching, developing a program of independent research that may include mentoring original undergraduate research, and advising. A newly constructed, $100M science and math facility provides state-of-the-art teaching and research spaces. Teaching requirements will include participation in: the introductory General Biology sequence for majors; Anatomy and Physiology and/or General Ecology; and, an upper level elective course in the candidate's area of expertise that will complement the Biology major.
The successful candidate will participate in the College of Science and Mathematics' accreditation process with the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), required for our science teacher preparation programs. Candidates with experience in K-12 education or outreach and/or program assessment will be given preference. Opportunities exist for involvement in the educational outreach programs of CityLab and Watershed Access Lab (WAL) within the Center for Advancement of STEM Education (CASE). Additional opportunities may exist to offer a graduate course within our MAT Program in Biology. Required minimum qualifications include excellent communication skills and an earned Ph.D. by June 2014. Applicants should be strongly committed to excellence in teaching, advising, and research, and to working in a multicultural environment that fosters diversity. They should also have an ability to communicate effectively in speaking and writing, to use technology effectively in teaching and learning, and to work collaboratively. Post-doctoral and teaching experience are preferred. Candidates with experience in K-12 education, outreach, or program assessment are of particular interest. Applications can be submitted online at: https://jobs.bridgew.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=55826 Please direct all inquiries to Dr. Donald Padgett, chair of the search committee (dpadg...@bridgew.edu<mailto:dpadg...@bridgew.edu>), or Dr. Michael Carson, chair of the Department of Biological Sciences (mjcar...@bridgew.edu<mailto:mjcar...@bridgew.edu>). Please do not respond with inquiries directly to this e-mail.
