Assistant Professor of Biology: Ecologist (Molecular, Landscape, or Systems)
The Department of Biology at Utica College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 1, 2019. The department is seeking an Ecologist who can contribute to the teaching of courses such as Ecology, Genetics, General Biology, a Research Methods course sequence and/or other Biology course offerings. Persons with expertise in molecular ecology, landscape ecology, systems ecology and/or with molecular, big data, bioinformatics, computer modeling, or GIS skills are encouraged to apply. Seeking someone who is committed to working with a diverse group of students in an energetic and cohesive department. The Department of Biology has an innovative approach to undergraduate education that emphasizes reading, performing, and writing research throughout the curriculum. Biology faculty are expected to involve undergraduate students in their research. Postdoctoral research and college teaching experience are preferred but not required; PhD by start date required. Founded in 1946, Utica College is a private comprehensive institution distinguished for its integration of liberal and professional study. Our dedicated faculty and staff have built a tradition of excellence in teaching and learning with particular emphasis on providing individual attention to students. The College enrolls approximately 3,700 students – approximately 2,700 undergraduates and 1,000 graduate students. Utica College is located in an attractive, family-friendly area of upstate New York near the foothills of the Adirondacks offering easy access to a broad variety of recreational and cultural attractions. A city of approximately 60,000, Utica is located at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in the Mohawk Valley region of upstate New York. The area offers easy access to a broad variety of cultural attractions, including the historic Stanley Performing Arts Center and renowned Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute, as well as four-season recreation. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Utica College, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the UC mission and culture to help determine their potential success at http://www.utica.edu/instadvance/marketingcomm/about/. Our Mission and Values Statement includes a commitment to fostering diversity in background, perspective, and experience within an environment that is dedicated to the freedom of expression and the open sharing of ideas. At UC, diversity means that we are a community that represents a range of human experience and makes conscious choices to appreciate, respect, and learn from each other. Utica College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society. To apply, submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests and experience, a separate diversity statement, and three reference letters. Since Utica College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community, it is essential that you include in your diversity statement a reflection on the kinds of experiences you have had, and the kinds of approaches you would take, teaching and working with a diverse student body. (For the definition of diversity that we use at Utica College, please see the following web page: http://www.utica.edu/instadvance/marketingcomm/about/diversity/aboutus.c fm.) Applications that do not address diversity will be considered incomplete. In line with the College’s Affirmative Action Policy, there is no requirement or expectation that a candidate disclose their identity or membership in any protected class or group, either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. For additional information on what to provide in your diversity statement please reference the diversity statement guide at the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/media/Diversity_Statement_Guide.pdf All application materials must be submitted online at the following link: https://uc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2339 Active consideration of candidates will begin on 1 November, 2018. References will be solicited to submit letters for candidates upon application. For more information about the Department of Biology visit: https://www.utica.edu/academic/as/biology/home.cfm For course descriptions please visit: https://bannerweb.utica.edu/PROD/bwckctlg.p_disp_dyn_ctlg Utica College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including disabled and veterans as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations.
