Assistant Professor of Biology
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Job Location:
Columbia, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Stephens College invites applications for a permanent full-time non-tenure track position in Biology in the School of Health Sciences.
The ideal candidate will develop and teach innovative engaging student-centered courses for biology health science and nursing majors in two or more of the following areas: introductory biology; anatomy & physiology; cell and molecular biology; vertebrate biology; evolution and ecology; conservation and environmental science.
Preference will be given to candidates with a plan to engage undergraduate students in their research program who have mentored students completing research projects and/or who are dedicated to experiential learning.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to an expanding set of opportunities for collaborative and undergraduate research in a small college setting including the new WiSR (Women in STEM Research) Program. The specific area of research is open.
Job Duties:
- Develop and teach undergraduate courses in biology.
- Academic advising for undergraduate students.
- Develop and pursue a research program with undergraduate students.
- Provide service to the college and profession.
- Assist in development of curricula and programs within the School of Health Sciences.
Essential:
- Earned PhD in biology animal science or related field.
- Experience teaching at the collegiate or university level.
- Record of research accomplishments suited to undergraduate student participation.
- Ability to implement innovative and diverse teaching styles to a wide-variety of learners.
- Excellent collaborative and communication skills.
Highly Desired:
- Postdoctoral research experience.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate research students.
- Academic advising of undergraduate students.
Founded in 1833 Stephens College is the second-oldest womens college in the United States dedicated to providing innovative experiential and career-focused education across various disciplines. Located in Columbia Missouri Stephens College continues to be a leader in womens education fostering a community where students are empowered to lead innovate and excel. The college also provides flexible co-educational masters degrees and certificates for working professionals and is home to the co-educational Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College.
Ranked (over and over again) as one of the best college towns in America Columbia Missouri is home to 36000 college students and 118000 residents. Columbia conveniently located approximately 100 miles from both Kansas City and St. Louis has it all: big-time college sports film music and arts festivals a high-energy arts community amazing recreation and a great downtown with lots of places to eat shop snack and check out the latest bands. The Columbia community offers outstanding health care options as well as excellent educational opportunities for every level of student (including our own Childrens School).
Stephens offers an attractive benefits package that includes health insurance an Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Retirement Annuity Faculty/Staff Grants tuition waivers and tuition paid undergraduate classes for dependents.
Be a part of this amazing community of innovative thinkers doers and dreamers.
Stephens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit and employ qualified personnel without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin age disability or status as a veteran.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
Introducing the 25th President of Stephens College Stephens College is proud to introduce Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen as our 25th president. Following an extensive nationwide search and approval by the Board of Trustees, Dr. Lundeen brings nearly 20 years of experience in academic and admi ... View more
