The Westminster College Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in Organismal Biology to begin fall, 2011. Teaching responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, introductory courses for majors, Biodiversity/Conservation Biology, and Biostatistics and Experimental Design. In addition, the candidate will be expected to contribute to introductory biology courses for non-majors and to the Colleges Liberal Studies program. The successful candidate will exhibit versatility, dedication to quality teaching and advising in a liberal arts environment, teaching and research experience within at least one area of expertise listed above, and a strong commitment to research with undergraduates. An ability to contribute to the Environmental Science and/or Environmental Studies programs will also be taken into consideration.
Westminster College is a coeducational, national liberal arts institution with historical ties to the Presbyterian Church (USA). The College enrolls about 1,500 full-time students and employs approximately 105 full-time faculty. Located in rural western Pennsylvania, Westminster is within a short drive to both Pittsburgh and Cleveland. The Department of Biology possesses both excellent teaching and research facilities, including a modern science building together with 120 acres of outdoor resources adjacent to the main campus. The department requests that applicants send a cover letter, unofficial academic transcripts, curriculum vita, and statements of teaching philosophy and research experience. Applicants should arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent separately. Evaluation of applications will begin October 22, 2010. Send materials to Dr. Joshua Corrette-Bennett, Chair, Department of Biology, Westminster College, New Wilmington, PA, 16172-0001. EOE
