TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION Assistant Professor of Biology (Evolutionary Biology-Mammalogy)
The Biology Department at Austin Peay State University (APSU) seeks an outstanding candidate to fill a tenure-track position in Evolutionary Biology to start Fall semester 2015. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in teaching and research and hold a PhD in Biology, or a related field by August 2015. Preference will be given to candidates who study the evolution of molecular, cellular, functional, physiological, or behavioral traits of mammals; have postdoctoral research experience; a strong record of publications and grants; previous teaching experience at the collegiate level; and demonstrated ability to work with peers in a collegial manner. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a variety of courses including but not limited to: Principles of Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Zoology, Animal or Human Physiology, Principles of Evolution, and Mammalogy. It is expected that the successful candidate will also mentor undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) research students, develop active collaborations with faculty members at APSU and other institutions, and seek external funding for research. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and research statement that describes how graduate and undergraduate students will be incorporated, and three letters of recommendation. Application review will begin 1 January 2015 and continue until the position is filled. To apply please visit: https://apsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/5168 ___________________________________________ Dr. Rebecca Blanton Johansen Associate Professor, Department of Biology PI, Center of Excellence for Field Biology Curator of Fishes, David Snyder Vertebrate Museum Austin Peay State University PO Box 4718 681 Summer St. Clarksville, TN 37040 Voice: 931-221-7774 E-mail: johans...@apsu.edu<mailto:johans...@apsu.edu>
