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Fort Valley, GA - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU) a state and landgrant institution of the University System of Georgia invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology for the College of Arts and Science.

Fort Valley State University the only 1890 landgrant university in Georgia is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County the original site of the states peach industry. Its 1365acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgias secondlargest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants students or employees on the basis of race gender ethnicity national origin sexual orientation religion age disability or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is a fulltime 9month tenure track position in Biology in the Department of Natural and Computational Sciences. The Assistant/Associate Professor will teach undergraduatelevel courses related to Biology as needed by the Department. The Assistant/Associate Professor will also develop collaborations with faculty in the Department College and University as well as assist with departmental activities and initiatives.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Teach undergraduate level Biology and related courses in a facetoface online or hybrid format.
  • Teach courses as assigned by the department chair every semester and maintain office hours (a minimum of 10 hours per week).
  • Advise students; actively participate in the recruitment of students.
  • Exhibit a strong commitment to research and strengthening the programs in the department.
  • Assist students in acquiring internships and job placement.
  • Serve on departmental college and universitylevel committees.
  • Participate in seeking extramural funding for research and educational programs.
  • Participate in continuous assessment of programlevel and student learning outcomes.
  • Participate in community service and outreach programs on behalf of the institution.
  • Provide service to the University and professional organizations.
  • Perform other jobrelated duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ph D. in Biological Sciences Zoology or related fields
  • Coursework or inclination in research and teaching in the following area: Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Ability to successfully pass a background check.
  • Excellent analytical oral and written communication skills and teamwork.
  • 23 years of experience at the university level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICCATIONS


  • Prior experience in teaching Immunology Cell and Molecular Biology Histology Anatomy and Physiology and Introductory Biology I & II.
  • Demonstrated success in research and scholarly activities.



APPLICATION PROCESS:

This position is open until filled. The finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation consistent with the policy of the University System of Georgia. Additional information about FVSU is available at

The application packet must include the following:

  • A letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the position.
  • Current curriculum vitae.
  • Undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
  • At least five references with full contact information including emails. (References will not be contacted without consent from applicants).
  • Additional information will be requested upon receipt of the application.

If you have questions regarding this position please contact FVSUs Office of Human Resources at or (478)8256301.



USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity Excellence Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at



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