The Biology Department at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina (~20
minutes south of Charlotte, North Carolina) is looking to hire an Assistant
Professor of Biology with expertise in Genetics/Molecular Biology. Winthrop
University is a public, comprehensive university, that has been recognized as
one of the best Southeastern colleges by Princeton Review and a Top-10 Regional
Public University by US News & World Report. The student body is 40% minority
and includes a number of first generation college students so it is a fantastic
place to make a difference.
The Biology department has a history of strong research (faculty members have
received grants from many places - NIH, USDA, etc.). There is also a master's
program in addition to the undergraduate major. The department has 16 full time
faculty members currently (along with a number of adjunct professors). Each
faculty member has their own research lab in addition to shared equipment
spaces. The department also has a nice mix of junior, mid-career, and senior
professors.
It's honestly a great place to work and is a bit of a hidden gem despite the
fact that it's 20 minutes from one of the fastest growing cities in the US.
Deadline for the Application is January 31st, 2014. For more information see
below.
Title: Assistant Professor of Biology
Major Responsibilities:
1. Teach courses in genetics and molecular genetics
2. Teach additional courses that could include introductory biology, a research
methods course, a senior capstone course or other courses to give a total of 12
credit hours each semester
3. Develop additional undergraduate and graduate courses in area of
specialization
4. Appropriate scholarly involvement in field of specialization
5. Effective advising of both undergraduate and graduate students
6. Appropriate engagement in service to the department, college, and university
7. Other duties as assigned by the department chair
Qualifications:
1. PhD in a Biological Science with strong background in genetics. ABDs will 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 18, 2014
2. Evidence of excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to student
learning and development
3. Evidence of an ability to establish an independent research program that
will include both graduate and undergraduate students
4. Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and strong personal ethics for
mentorship of student research projects
Employment Conditions:
1. A nine-month, full-time, tenure track appointment with the option of summer
employment if funds are available. Salary dependent upon qualifications.
Position Availability: August 18, 2014
Application Deadline: January 31, 2014
Application Procedures:
1. Application deadline is January 31, 2014. Application materials received
after the deadline may be considered if an acceptable candidate has not been
found.
2. Individuals wishing to apply for this position should immediately make their
interest known to:
Dr. Kristi Westover
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Biology
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC 29733
Phone: 803-323-2111, ext. 6180
Fax: 803-323-3448; email westov...@winthrop.edu
3. The following materials should be submitted:
a. Letter of application
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. Evidence of effective teaching (such as student evaluations)
Winthrop University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Matthew J. Heard, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biology
Winthrop University
Biology Department
220 Dalton Hall
Rock Hill, SC 29733
803-323-2111 ext. 6443
www.mattheard.com
