GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY University System of Georgia Lecturer (NTT) Search #59291 College of Science and Technology Department of Biology
The Department of Biology in the College of Science and Technology invites applications for a non-tenure track instructional faculty position as a Lecturer. Georgia Southern University (http://www.georgiasouthern.edu), a member institution of the University System of Georgia and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, is one of Georgia’s premier universities. A residential university serving more than 19,000 students in fall 2010, Georgia Southern is recognized for providing the benefits of a major university with the feeling of a much smaller college. Founded in 1906, the University offers more than 100 campus-based and online degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The nearly 700 acre park-like campus is located in Statesboro, a classic Main Street community near historic Savannah and Hilton Head Island. Within this setting, the Department of Biology consists of a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars involved in a wide spectrum of activities from molecular to ecological studies on the coastal plain and throughout the world. The Department provides undergraduate and graduate students with a challenging education that is research-based and technology-oriented. We provide a foundation for life-long learning and appreciation of biological processes and biological diversity through teaching, research and outreach. Position Description. Nine-month Lecturer position requires teaching responsibilities and a terminal degree. The position will teach non-majors and introductory majors courses. The position will begin on 1 August 2011. This is a non-tenure track instructional faculty appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Required Qualifications: • Ph.D. in the Biological Sciences by 31 December 2010 • One year full-time biology teaching experience at the undergraduate college level • Evidence of successful teaching in biology at the university level • Strong communication skills Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with large-enrollment courses • Experience with on-line course development Email/postmark completed applications by 29 October 2010. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; an abbreviated teaching portfolio (<10 pages) with a teaching philosophy, statement of teaching interest, description of courses taught in the last 5 years including dates and role in course, and exemplary teaching products; and three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation in PDF format may be sent via email. Applications may be sent via email (preferred) with the entire packet as a single PDF formatted attachment (include applicant name in file name). Dr. Laura Regassa Chair, Search #59291 Department of Biology Georgia Southern University P. O. Box 8042 Statesboro, GA 30460 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 912-478-1923 Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching and professional service within the University and beyond and who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Georgia is an Open Records state. Georgia Southern University is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.
