Chair of Biological Sciences, Michigan Technological University The Department of Biological Sciences at Michigan Technological University invites applications for the position of Chair to begin in the 2007-2008 academic year. The successful candidate will have a PhD in the biological sciences or a related area, a distinguished record of research and teaching, evidence of leadership in procurement of extramural funding, and be eligible for appointment as full professor. The chair is expected to maintain a dynamic research program compatible with existing departmental strengths in biochemistry and molecular biology, ecology and limnology, and the health sciences.
We seek an individual with the vision and skills to lead the department to national prominence in biological research, further our strong tradition of educational excellence, grow our MS and PhD programs, and advance the departments position as a key player in interdisciplinary strategic initiatives such as sustainability and biotechnology. Review of applications will begin January 5, 2007, and continue until the position is filled. For a broader position description see http://www.bio.mtu.edu/bschairad.pdf. Applicants should send: a letter of interest; curriculum vitae; statements of research, teaching, and administrative philosophies; and names of 4 references to: Dr. Casey Huckins, Search Committee Chair Department of Biological Sciences Michigan Technological University 1400 Townsend Dr. Houghton, MI 49931 Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. -- Casey Huckins Associate Professor of Biological Sciences Michigan Technological University 740 Dow Building 1400 Townsend Drive Houghton MI 49931 phone: (906) 487-2475 fax: (906) 487-3167
