The University of Minnesota Duluth, Biology Department, is seeking to hire a Term Faculty with the title of Instructor or Assistant Professor. Duties and Responsibilities are to develop and teach Biology Courses including but not limited to Genetics, General Biology I and II, Biology and Society, and Plant Diversity; Advise students regarding both specific coursework and broader academic or career goals; Provide service through participation in governance of the department and/or the University; Contribute to the development of the profession through participation in national and/or international associations, publications, and/or other related activities; Continue personal growth within the profession, keep current with the field, and broaden knowledge and expertise; and Contribute to outreach activities that support the unit's mission. Biology is one of the largest programs at UMD, with over 600 undergraduate majors, more than 30 active graduate students, and 20 full-time faculty. We offer Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Cell and Molecular Biology and Master of Science and Ph.D. degrees through the Integrated Biosciences Graduate Program. The faculty are actively involved in research supported by over $8 million in external grants. This allows us to offer all qualified undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in faculty research. Application instructions and procedures are online at www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/ where you should search under College: UMD Science and Engineering for the position posted 1-11-2008 for an Instructor or Assistant Professor. With questions you may call Donn Branstrator at 218-726-8134 or email at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Review of applications will begin February 4 and remain open until filled.
