[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor-Plant Biology/Taxonomy
The Department of Biology at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, Oklahoma is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member. See details below: Special Instructions to Applicants Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate degrees and degrees in progress, a teaching statement, and a research statement are required. Please submit your transcripts and statements under Optional Documents. College/Department Overview The College of Mathematics and Science currently has 135 full-time and over 70 part-time faculty in 7 academic departments. The College serves more than 3,600 undergraduate students in 26 majors and provides graduate programs in Biology, Applied Mathematical Science, Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Computational Science, Engineering Physics, and Nursing. Accreditation/Certification is held by ABET, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the American Board of Funeral Service Education, and the American Chemical Society. UCO is an institutional member of the Council on Undergraduate Research. For further information see our website at http://www.uco.edu/cms. Position Overview Teaches, advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Teaching, research, departmental/school and university service is expected. This position is full-time, tenure-track position.The complete position announcement and application instructions are available online https://facultycareers-uco.icims.com/jobs/4617/biology%2c-full-time%2c-tenure-track%2c-assistant-professor/job Department Specific Essential Job Functions Duties include teaching day/evening classes, graduate/undergraduate courses, scholarly activities, and service to the department, college, and university. The Biology Department has a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education through transformative learning and research. The department is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biology who is committed to excellence in teaching and collaborative student-centered research. Primary areas of teaching responsibility will be Biology for non-majors, Biology for Majors, and Plant Taxonomy/Systematics. Teaching responsibilities may also include Evolution and other advanced courses depending on the candidate’s expertise and departmental need. Research interests may include any area within vascular plant systematics, phytogeography, and evolution, but preference will be given to applicants with field expertise and willingness to learn the local flora. Applicants whose research integrates field- and herbarium-based studies with modern genomic approaches are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be expected to curate and increase the holdings in the 15,000-specimen herbarium. We are seeking a candidate who will be committed to excellence in teaching, and will establish a productive research program involving undergraduates and Masters-level students, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and serve as a thesis advisor for graduate students. Participation in department, college, and university service is required. Qualifications/Experience Required Teaching, research, departmental/school and university service is expected. An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). **NOTE** If the doctorate is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the position rank will change to TT-Instructor. Qualifications/Experience Preferred Ph.D. in Biology or related field required; ABD considered (Ph.D. must be completed by June 2018). Demonstrable oral and written communication skills required. Experience teaching and directing research at the undergraduate level preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Reports to the Chair of the Department and the Dean of the College. Physical Demands Repetitive movement of hands and fingers – typing and/or writing. Frequent standing, and/or sitting. Occasional walking, stooping, kneeling or crouching. Reach with hands and arms. Visually identify, observe and assess. Ability to communicate with supervisor/students/colleagues. Regular physical attendance required. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor, Plant Biology
The Department of Biological Sciences at Murray State University invites applicants for a tenure-track position to begin August 2018. The Department offers both undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) degrees in a broad range of disciplines (http://www.murraystate/edu/biology). The successful candidate will 1) teach introductory and upper-level courses in biology, including Botany, Field Botany and Systematic Botany; 2) conduct research, pursue external funding, and advise student research at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; 3) advise students toward careers in the ecological and evolutionary sciences and/or other fields; and 4) curate the MSU Herbarium. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Biology, Botany or closely related discipline with postdoctoral teaching or research experience. Candidates must be able to teach courses in General Biology (majors and non-majors), Botany, Systematic Botany and other courses in their area of expertise. Candidates must demonstrate research potential in plant biology as evidenced by recent peer-reviewed publication and/or grants. Candidates must have ability to mentor undergraduate and master’s research students. Preference will be given to candidates with excellent teaching skills including use of modern classroom technologies and herbarium or similar curatorial experience. Candidates can apply at: https://www.murraystatejobs.com/postings/7172 Questions: contact Dr. Kate He, Chair, Plant Biology Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, Murray State University, Murray, KY 42071. Email: x...@murraystate.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor, Plant Biology
Biology, Assistant Professor East Central University (ECU) is a student-centered regional state university located in Ada, Oklahoma. ECU offers thirty-three undergraduate baccalaureate degree programs in arts and letters, business, education, mathematics and sciences, nursing, and the social sciences; and ten master's degrees in education, human resources, and psychology. ECU's 4,600 students come from 32 countries and 28 different states. About 65% of the 172 faculty hold doctorates. FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES: Activities required of all faculty in the College of Health and Science include exemplary teaching; by curriculum planning, implementation, evaluation; possible evening, and web course development. Additional activities required of all tenure track faculty include scholarship (grant writing, research, and publications); recruitment and retention activities; student advising; and service to the department, college, university, and community. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: One vascular plant biologist position to teach undergraduate courses in General Biology, General Botany, and additional courses in area of specialization. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Doctoral degree in Biology, Plant Biology or related field is required (ABD will be considered). Tenure track requires terminal degree in hand. A proven record of post-doctoral and/or undergraduate teaching experience. Preferred: Candidates with a proven record of scholarly activities, including but not limited to publications, scientific presentations, and grant writing is a plus); willingness to direct science education or clinical laboratory sciences programs; a demonstrated commitment to outstanding teaching; excellent oral and written communication skills; a dedication to professional attainment; the demonstrated ability to utilize instructional technology in the classroom; and a commitment to quality improvement. TO APPLY: Send letter of interest; resume; statement of teaching philosophy; undergraduate and graduate transcripts; name, addresses, phone numbers of three professional references; and *Disclosure Statement to Stephanie Moss, Employment Services, East Central University, 1100 E. 14th Street, PMB D-2, Ada, OK 74820 or e...@ecok.edu . Application review will begin in early December 2016 and continue until the position is filled. Starting date is August 2017. For more information about ECU, visit our web site at http://www.ecok.edu East Central University, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admission, employment, financial aid, and educational services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Employment Services Director, 1100 E. 14th, Adm 160, Ada, OK 74820, (580) 559-5260. An online ad for the position: https://www.ecok.edu/node/13919
