Tenure Track Position in Biology
Assistant Professor, tenure-track position, starting fall 2012. Invertebrate biologist. Candidate must be broadly trained in biology, and have a Ph.D. in the biological sciences. Post doctoral research or teaching experience strongly preferred. Successful candidate will be committed to teaching undergraduates and to developing a research program that involves undergraduates. A research lab in our modern facility and initial startup funds will be provided. Teaching duties include an upper division invertebrate biology course with laboratory for majors, and assisting with introductory level courses for biology majors. The teaching load is 9 contact hours per semester. Candidates with research expertise in any area of invertebrate biology (such as aquatic, marine, terrestrial, and entomology) will be considered. Siena College is a four-year liberal arts college with approximately 3000 students. The Biology Department consists of 13 full-time faculty members and over 300 majors. Additional information about this position, our department, course descriptions, and facilities can be found at www.siena.edu/biology/. Further questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Kenneth Helm, [email protected]. To apply, submit a pdf document file that includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching experience and interests, a statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation (submitted separately). Electronic submission through Interfolio is required; please submit materials to http://interfolio.com/apply/3111. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but should be submitted by November 11 to receive full consideration. Siena College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages resumes from all qualified candidates. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Siena College surveys all job applicants in accordance with U.S. Department of Labors affirmative action requirements. Therefore, we request that in addition to your application, you complete the Equal Employment Opportunity Data Form located at www.siena.edu/eeo. In order to complete the form, you will need the posting number for this position which is R768. Any information you choose to provide on the Equal Employment Opportunity Data Form will be treated as personal and confidential and will be kept separate from you application for employment. Your cooperation is key to maintaining an effective equal opportunity program at Siena College and is greatly appreciated.
