Assistant Professor of (Cell) Biology
University of Minnesota, Morris
The
University of Minnesota, Morris seeks an individual committed to excellence in
undergraduate education, to fill a tenure-track position in biology beginning
August 16, 2010. Responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate biology
courses including a sophomore-level cell biology course, an upper-level
genetics elective course, an elective in the applicantÕs area of expertise, and
other courses that support the biology program; advising undergraduates;
conducting research that could involve undergraduates; and sharing in the
governance and advancement of the biology program, the division, and the
campus.
Candidates must hold or expect to
receive a Ph.D. in cell biology or a related field by August 16, 2010. An area
of expertise of relevance to our pre-health professional students and
complementary to existing faculty interests is preferred. These might include,
but are not limited to: immunology, cancer biology, bioinformatics, and cell
signaling. Two years experience teaching undergraduate biology is required.
(Graduate TA experience is acceptable.)
The University of
Minnesota, Morris (UMM) is one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the
nation. As one of five campuses of the University of Minnesota, UMM has a
unique mission and offers the best of both in the world of higher education--a
small, close-knit campus complemented by the power of a world-renowned research
University system. UMM is located 160 miles WNW of Minneapolis in a small
(5000) rural community. Our student body is diverse (19% students of
color) and academically well-prepared, with 55% earning an ACT comprehensive
score of 25 or higher and over 50% drawn from the top 20% of their high school
classes. Our current faculty have received 18 of the University systemÕs
highest teaching award and are very active in research and publication.
To learn more about the University of Minnesota, Morris visit our website at http://www.morris.umn.edu.
This
tenure-track position carries all of the privileges and responsibilities of
University of Minnesota faculty appointments. A sound retirement plan,
excellent fringe benefits and a collegial atmosphere are among the benefits
that accompany the position. Appointment will be at the Assistant Professor
level for those having the Ph.D. in hand and at the Instructor level for those
whose Ph.D. is pending. The standard teaching load is twenty credit hours per
year.
Applications must include a letter of application, resume, transcripts, a
teaching statement (in which teaching goals and methods are discussed), a
research statement (proposing a research program that is viable at a small
liberal arts college and accessible to undergraduates) and three letters of
reference. Send applications to:
Biology Search Committee Chair
Division of Science and Mathematics
University of Minnesota, Morris
Morris, MN 56267-2128
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Screening
begins November 9, 2009. Inquiries can be made to Ann Kolden, Executive Office and Administrative
Specialist, at (320) 589-6301 or koldenal@morris.umn.edu.
The University of Minnesota is an equal
opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to the policy that
all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age,
marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual
orientation. To request disability accommodations, please contact Sarah
Mattson at 320-589-6021