Tenure Track Position in Biology at VMI
The Biology Department at the Virginia Military Institute, an undergraduate liberal arts college, seeks a broadly trained teacher/scientist at the Assistant Professor level (tenure track) to complement our growing department. The successful candidate will teach courses in the core curriculum general biology sequence and also in their area of expertise. The starting date for this position is August of 2014 but could be as early as January 2014. The new faculty member should have a research program with components appropriate for bench investigation. A broad range of disciplines will be considered including physiology, developmental biology, microbiology, neuroscience or other domains appropriate for undergraduate-centered research in a small college setting. VMI has no animal facilities and thus applicants using invertebrate or other non-mammalian models will be most competitive. Applicants should have experience teaching undergraduates. Post-doctoral training is desirable. Faculty members wear uniforms but military experience is not required. Candidates must apply on-line at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/Central?quickFind=175425 Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, and copies of transcripts. In addition, send three letters of recommendation to: Dr. James E. Turner, Head, Biology Department, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA, 24450-0304. Review of applications will begin on 30 September, 2013 and proceed until the position is filled. Additional information on VMI can be seen at www.vmi.edu. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply.
