Winthrop University is soliciting applications for an Assistant of Associate Professor of Biology. Winthrop is located in Rock Hill, SC, which is 20 minutes south of Charlotte, NC and part of the greater metropolitan area. The university is a state institution of South Carolina and is a liberal arts institution. The biology program is one of the largest on campus and has both a strong undergraduate and M.S. program. For more specific information, please see the job call below.
Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology College/Department or Unit: College of Arts & Sciences, Department of Biology Major Responsibilities: Teach courses in ecology, conservation biology, and/or field methods Teach additional graduate and undergraduate courses that could include Principles of Biology (BIOL 204), General Botany (BIOL 205), Scientific Process in Biology (BIOL 300), Integration of Biological Principles (BIOL 480), courses that contribute to the general education program, and/or other courses to give a total of 12 credit hours each semester Appropriate scholarly involvement in field of specialization Effective advising of both undergraduate and graduate students (M.S. Students) Integrate teaching and scholarship with Winthrop’s Environmental Sciences and Studies Program Develop courses which will complement and expand the concentration in conservation biology within the biology major Help develop and maintain biology teaching and research areas at the Winthrop University Recreation and Research Complex that include wetlands, a lake, succession plots, and woodlands Engage in professional stewardship to the department, college, university, discipline, and community, as appropriate Required Qualifications: PhD* in a Biological Science with strong background in ecology or conservation biology, as well as field methods. Ability to teach General Botany is a plus Evidence of excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to student learning and development Evidence of an ability to establish and independent research program that will include both graduate and undergraduate students Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and strong personal ethics for mentorship of student research projects *ABDs may be considered for appointment in a non-tenure track position at the rank of instructor if all degree requirements are not completed by the expected start date of August 16, 2017. Work Environment: This position requires daily contact with students, faculty, and staff on campus. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to have the ability to work with the outside community, local public schools, other universities, and international schools/companies/partners. Employment Conditions: A nine-month, full-time, tenure-track appointment with faculty rank and the option of summer employment if funds are available. Salary is competitive and dependent on academic qualifications. Background Check Statement: Winthrop University is committed to providing a safe campus community. Winthrop conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a student loan default check, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Position Availability: August 16, 2017 Application Timeline and Procedures: Review of applicants will begin on December 20, 2016 and continue until the position is filled. For more information, please see http://www.winthrop.edu/hr/. Required Materials a. Letter of application indicating evidence of responsibilities and qualifications indicated above b. Current curriculum vitae that includes names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of at least three professional references c. Three letters of recommendation d. All graduate degree transcripts (copies are acceptable for application but official transcripts will be required for an offer of employment) e. Detailed statements of teaching philosophy and future research plans f. Student course evaluations and/or other evidence of excellence in teaching All materials should be submitted electronically to: Dr. Paula Mitchell, Chair of the Search Committee Department of Biology Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC 29733 Phone: 803/323-2111, ext. 6436 Fax: 803/323-3448 E-mail: biology.facultysea...@winthrop.edu
