[ECOLOG-L] Research & Teaching Postdoc at SHSU
Research and Teaching Postdoc at Sam Houston State University Department of Biological Sciences General Information The Sam Houston State University Department of Biological Sciences seeks applicants for a Visiting Faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor that combines teaching experience with an opportunity for research. Contingent on available funding, this is a full-time appointment that will run from September 1, 2015 through May 30, 2017. Salary is competitive and includes full benefits. The position is ideally suited for a candidate who is seeking a post- doctoral position with expanded teaching responsibilities, while still maintaining an active research program. The fellow will teach classes at the introductory and advanced levels, will have the opportunity to move doctoral work to publication, and acquire additional skills through the initiation of new research projects in collaboration with current faculty members. During the term of the fellowship the candidate will be a member of a department that emphasizes excellence in teaching and research, will be able to recruit and co-mentor passionate graduate and undergraduate student researchers, and will have an opportunity to see how faculty members operate successfully at a comprehensive academic institution. Research Interests We strongly prefer an individual with research interests that build on existing faculty expertise, although other areas may be entertained if appropriate and supportable by a faculty mentor. It will be the applicant’s responsibility to identify and contact the faculty member(s) they would potentially choose to pair with, and the faculty member(s) prerogative to allow the applicant access to their lab for collaborative research. Fellows will have access to funds to support research and travel and will be encouraged to explore external grant opportunities. Annual departmental research funding will help support research-related activities. Teaching Because SHSU is primarily an undergraduate teaching institution, the fellow will occupy a standard 9 semester credit hour teaching load each semester. This typically translates into one lower division lecture course and one upper division course with lab in each semester. The teaching schedule will be defined by departmental needs but will include a freshman lecture course in one of the following: Contemporary Biology, Environmental Science, Foundations of Science, General Botany, and/or General Zoology. Upper division courses will include one or more courses in the applicant’s area of expertise that are in the department’s current course rotation. You can read more about the Biological Sciences undergraduate and graduate curricula and find additional information on the courses our faculty members teach and the research they do by going to their respective homepages. Applications Materials candidates will need to submit include the following: 1. A brief cover letter expressing your interest in the position and briefly summarizing your training in your specific research area(s), who you would select as a faculty mentor at SHSU and why you want to work with them, and your teaching experience. 2. Curriculum vitae. 3. Research and teaching statements. Both statements should be brief -- on the order of two or three pages. The research statement should concisely explain your doctoral research program and expected future direction(s) and how your goals are consistent with work in a current SHSU mentor’s lab. The teaching statement should explain the basis for your interest in teaching at the undergraduate level, briefly summarize your previous teaching experience and why you are qualified to teach the courses mentioned above. You should also briefly explain how you believe this opportunity might help your professional goals. Please do not send us a statement of your "teaching philosophy." 4. Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. These are used to help us assess an applicant's training. Unofficial copies are acceptable with the application, but the Dean's Office requires an official copy before hire. 5. List the contact information (name, address, telephone number and email address) for three references and your relationship to these referees. All Documents should be sent via email as a single (merged) PDF document to: 1. Search Committee Chair: Dr. James Harper; jmhar...@shsu.edu, and 2. Department Chair: Dr. Chad Hargrave; cwhargr...@shsu.edu Review of Applicants will begin 11 June and end when the position is filled. Address Inquiries to the Committee Chair: Dr. James Harper, jmhar...@shsu.edu, 936-294-1543 General Information About the University: Named for Sam Houston, Texas’ greatest hero, SHSU continually strives to honor its historical roots through academic excellence that includes exceptional teaching from faculty members who care as much
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Environmental Biology/Chemistry/Geology/Policy Texas Research Institute for Environmental Studies Sam Houston State University Huntsville, Texas 77341 Position Summary: The Texas Research Institute for Environmental Studies (TRIES) is searching for a highly motivated and talented research scientist with expertise in the Environmental Sciences to address current research interests in either Environmental Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Policy. Specific areas of research are open and all candidates (biologists, chemists, geologists, and political scientists) will be equally considered. TRIES is a collaborative research institute and the successful candidate will be expected to further develop their own research program while enhancing the TRIES mission. The successful candidate will be expected to write and submit grants to external funding agencies and make strong attempts to acquire research funding for their program. In this integrative post-doctoral position, the successful candidate is also expected to interact with a highly reputable research faculty within the Departments of Biological Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Chemistry, Geology and Geography, Mathematics and Statistics, and Political Science. TRIES infrastructure offers the availability of the Analytical, Aquatics, Molecular, and Toxicology Laboratories to assist in analyses to fully facilitate the candidates research productivity. Qualifications: Ph.D. in area of expertise. Demonstrated record of scholarship with national and international presentations and publications Demonstrated ability to work independently Demonstrated research interests which complements the TRIES mission Appointment: This fulltime 12-month appointment is eligible for health insurance benefits and participation in a state retirement program with a competitive salary range of $32,000 - $45,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Application Procedure: E-mail an application file consisting of a single- merged PDF to include: (1) a letter of intent describing qualifications, (2) a current 1-page research statement, (3) CV including a list of three references with full contact information, and (4) at least three of your most current publications to Dr. William I. Lutterschmidt at lutterschm...@shsu.edu with TRIES Post-doc Application in the subject heading. For additional information on the position you may contact the TRIES Director by phone at 936-294-1556. Review of applications will begin 13 February 2015. Starting date is Fall 2015.
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor of Biology - Science Education
Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences (Tenure-Track, 9 months). The Department of Biological Sciences at Sam Houston State University, a member of The Texas State University System, invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in Science Education with an emphasis in Biological Sciences. Primary teaching responsibilities include the courses Foundations of Science and Contemporary Biology with the opportunity to develop upper-level courses in biological science education. Additionally, the successful candidate will establish a research program in science/biological education, recruit and prepare undergraduate student researchers, secure external funding, and establish collaborations with science educators in the College of Sciences and the College of Education at Sam Houston State University. A Ph.D. is required; a Ph.D. in Science Education with a Master’s Degree, or equivalent, in Biological Sciences is preferred. Candidates with post-doctoral and teaching experience are preferred. Sam Houston State University is located in Huntsville, Texas, 60 miles north of Houston. Sam Houston State University is a comprehensive university of approximately 19,000 students. The Department of Biological Sciences offers bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Biomedical Sciences, master’s degrees in Biology and interdisciplinary master’s degrees with Criminal Justice and Chemistry in Forensic Science. Currently there are 18 full-time faculty members and four staff-level support positions in the department. The department occupies modern teaching and research facilities including: large-scale computing infrastructure, a 250 acre field station, core animal facilities, an electron microscopy laboratory, and analytical equipment to support research in cell and molecular biology, physiology, ecology, and systematics. Further information about the Department of Biological Sciences is available at http://www.shsu.edu/biology. Applications must include a cover letter of intent, curriculum vitae, a copy of Post-Secondary Academic Transcripts, a statement of current and planned research, a statement of teaching philosophy, and no more than three sample reprints. These documents must be merged into a single PDF file and sent by email to Tamara Cook (tc...@shsu.edu) with Biology Educator Position in the subject line. To complete the application, three letters of recommendation must be emailed to the same address or mailed to: Tamara Cook, Biology Education Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX 77341-2116. Preference will be given to applications received by 1 November 2014, with review to continue until the position is filled. Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace.
[ECOLOG-L] Anatomy and Physiology Instructor & Lab Coordinator
Anatomy and Physiology Instructor and Coordinator Position (12-Month, Full- Time, Non-tenure Track): The Department of Biological Sciences at Sam Houston State University is seeking an anatomist/physiologist who will serve the Department in developing and teaching a rigorous course sequence in Anatomy & Physiology I and II. The successful candidate’s primary responsibility as the Anatomy & Physiology Coordinator will be to teach A&P I and II lecture sections and to direct the laboratory instruction of these courses. The successful candidate will work closely with a faculty committee within Biology to develop a challenging and rigorous curriculum for this course sequence and advise Biology Majors. Because, A&P I and II supports the nursing program within the College of Health Sciences in addition to other degree programs on campus, the successful applicant also will work closely with the College of Health Sciences to effectively meet the demand of rapidly growing programs. A doctoral degree in anatomy or physiology and/or a Medical Degree (M.D.) is preferred; qualified and experienced master-level candidates also will be considered. Applications must submit all required information via the Sam Houston State University Human Resources website: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/11578; Posting ID: 11578. In addition to the required information on the application website, applicants must include a cover letter of intent, a curriculum vitae that includes the names and full contact information for three references, and a statement of teaching philosophy and experience. These documents must be merged into a single PDF file and attached to the Applicant Documents section under “Cover Letter”. Preference will be given to applications received by 10 November 2014, with review to continue until the position is filled. Further information about the department, departmental resources, programs, and faculty research interests are available at: http://www.shsu.edu/biology. Sam Houston State University is located in Huntsville, Texas, 60 miles north of the Houston metroplex. The school is a comprehensive university of approximately 19,000 students. The Department of Biological Sciences offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Biology and an interdisciplinary master’s degree with Criminal Justice and Chemistry in Forensic Science. Currently there are 18 full-time faculty members and four staff-level support positions in the department. The department occupies modern teaching and research facilities with large scale computing capabilities, a biological field and research station, core animal facilities, BSLII labs, and equipment to support research in cell and molecular biology, physiology, ecology, and systematics. The Texas Research Institute for Environmental Studies (TRIES) also offers a state-of-the-art analytical laboratory as a core research facility. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
[ECOLOG-L] Visiting Faculty in Biology: Teaching and Research
General Information: The Sam Houston State University Department of Biological Sciences seeks applicants for a Visiting Faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor that combines teaching experience with an opportunity for research. Contingent on available funding, this is a full-time appointment that will run from September 1, 2013 through May 31, 2015. Salary is competitive and includes full benefits. The position is ideally suited for a candidate who is seeking a post- doctoral position with expanded teaching responsibilities, while still maintaining an active research program. The fellow will teach classes at the introductory and advanced levels, will have the opportunity to move doctoral work to publication, and acquire additional skills through the initiation of new research projects in collaboration with current faculty members. During the term of the position the candidate will be a member of a department that emphasizes excellence in teaching and research, will be able to co-mentor passionate graduate and undergraduate student researchers and will have an opportunity to see how faculty members operate successfully at a comprehensive academic institution. Research Interests: We strongly prefer an individual with research interests that build on existing faculty expertise, although other areas may be entertained if appropriate and supportable by a faculty mentor. It will be the applicants responsibility to identify and contact the faculty member(s) they would potentially choose to pair with, and the faculty member(s) prerogative to allow the applicant access to their lab for collaborative research. The successful applicant will have access to funds to support research and travel and will be encouraged to explore external grant opportunities. Teaching: Because SHSU is primarily an undergraduate teaching institution, the visiting faculty member will fill a standard 9 semester credit hour teaching load each semester. The teaching schedule will be defined by departmental needs, but will include freshman lecture courses and/or upper division courses as needed in the applicants area of expertise that are in the departments current course rotation. You can read more about the Biological Sciences undergraduate and graduate curricula and find additional information on the courses our faculty members teach and the research they do by going to their respective homepages. Applications: Materials candidates will need to submit include the following: A brief cover letter expressing your interest in the position and briefly summarizing your training in your specific research area(s), who you would select as a faculty mentor at SHSU and why you want to work with them, and your teaching experience. Curriculum vitae. Research and teaching statements. Both statements should be brief -- on the order of two or three pages. The research statement should concisely explain your doctoral research program and expected future direction(s) and how your goals are consistent with work in a current SHSU mentors lab. The teaching statement should explain the basis for your interest in teaching at the undergraduate level, briefly summarize your previous teaching experience and why you are qualified to teach the courses mentioned above. You should also briefly explain how you believe this opportunity might help your professional goals. Please do not send us a statement of your "teaching philosophy." Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. These are used to help us assess an applicant's training. Unofficial copies are acceptable with the application, but the Dean's Office requires an official copy before hire. List the contact information (name, address, telephone number and email address) for three references and your relationship to these referees. Review of applications: Begins June 1, 2013 and continues until position is filled. Members of the Search Committee (Please address inquiries to the Chair): Chair: Dr. Monte L. Thies E-mail: wood...@shsu.edu Phone: (936) 294-3746 Members:Dr. Patrick Lewis and Dr. Jeff Wozniak General Information on the University and Department: About the University: Named for Sam Houston, Texas greatest hero, SHSU continually strives to honor its historical roots through academic excellence that includes exceptional teaching from faculty members who care as much about their students success as they do about furthering the knowledge of their fields. SHSU offers over 80 bachelor's degree programs, more than 50 masters degree programs, and six doctoral programs, including nationally-recognized programs in Business, Fine Arts, Education, Mathematics and Criminal Justice. SHSU is classified as a Doctoral Research University by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education and was recently recognized by U.S. News and World Report for being am
