The Biology Department at Bowdoin College seeks a plant physiologist or plant physiological ecologist for a three-year visiting assistant professorship (with the possibility of a fourth year). The successful candidate will teach three courses each year, including a course on plant physiology focused upon function at the organ, tissue and whole-organism scales with weekly laboratory/field sessions (and accompanying laboratory instructor support). Additional courses taught may include introductory biology, seminars, and courses designed for non-science majors. The successful candidate will be expected to mentor students conducting cutting-edge research. Ph.D. preferred; advanced ABDs considered. A controlled-environment growth chamber, greenhouse, and diverse natural settings in which to situate field-based projects are accessible, including the Coastal Studies Center (located twenty minutes from the main campus), a 118 acre property composed of fields and diverse woodlands surrounded by more than two miles of intertidal shoreline.
Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please visithttps://careers.bowdoin.edu<https://careers.bowdoin.edu/> to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research, and the names and contact information for three people who will submit letters of reference. Review of applications will begin February 24, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. A highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse student body made up of 29% students of color, 3% International students and approximately 15% first generation college students, Bowdoin College is committed to equality and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our college. Bowdoin College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs. For further information about the college please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu<http://www.bowdoin.edu/> Link: http://www.bowdoin.edu/academic-affairs/curriculum-teaching/recruit/Biology-plantphysiology-visiting.shtml
