Assistant Professor of Cell Biology, Tenure Track

Maryville, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Maryville College - Maryville TN

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ANNOUNCEMENT OF FACULTY VACANCY
Assistant Professor of Cell Biology Tenure-Track

The Division of Natural Sciences at Maryville College a selective four-year liberal arts college committed to superior teaching invites applications for a full-time Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Cell Biology position beginning in August are specifically seeking a eukaryotic cell biologist and a Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates who are excellent and innovative teachers that use best practices to engage and retain students in STEM fields. Candidates with proven ability to advise undergraduate research are preferred because supervision of undergraduate research projects is expected. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to effectively advising students in health-related fields and mentoring students of all backgrounds.. Teaching responsibilities include an upper-level eukaryotic Cell Biology course contribution to the introductory biology series and general education courses.

Founded in Maryville 1819 Maryville College is one of the oldest baccalaureate-granting institutions of higher learning in the South. Consistently ranked in the top tier of regional colleges and universities it offers a curriculum notable for its strong liberal arts core program undergraduate research requirement and emphasis on career preparation. The successful candidate will be joining us at a very exciting time as we begin construction of the Alexander Institute for Conservation Leadership and the Sciences a building that will provide new office laboratory and classroom spaces.

Maryville is ideally situated between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Knoxville the states third largest city and is within minutes of the major research facilities of Oak Ridge Associated Universities (MC holds associate membership) the University of Tennessee and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The College is also an institutional member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). Its historic 263-acre campus includes a 140-acre multi-use forest.

Review of complete applications will begin on November 10^th.Application materials including a letter of interest addressed to Professor Jennifer Brigati Chair Division of Natural Sciences; graduate transcripts (all official transcripts will be required upon hire); a curriculum vitae; and a statement of teaching philosophy should be sent to the email address below. Additionally three letters of reference (two of which should address teaching experience and/or potential) should be submitted by referees to

Non-Discrimination Statement:

Maryville College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a learning community our members include persons with a variety of interests backgrounds beliefs and nationalities which enriches the experience for all. The College embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment free from harassment and discrimination. Maryville College does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender ethnic or national origin religion sexual orientation age disability or political beliefs in the provision of educational opportunities employment practices or benefits.

Job Details Maryville College - Maryville TN Full TimeDescription ANNOUNCEMENT OF FACULTY VACANCYAssistant Professor of Cell Biology Tenure-TrackThe Division of Natural Sciences at Maryville College a selective four-year liberal arts college committed to superior teaching invites applications for a ...