Luther College invites applications for an Assistant Professor of
Biology, a tenure-track position with expertise in vertebrate zoology,
beginning late August 2015.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. required; postdoctoral research and teaching
experience preferred. Expertise in vertebrate zoology is essential.
The successful applicant will demonstrate potential for excellence in
college teaching, commitment to the liberal arts, and an active
research program that will involve undergraduate students.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching responsibilities will include an
upper-level vertebrate zoology course, participation in the
team-taught introductory Principles of Biology course, advanced
courses in applicant's area of expertise that complement current
departmental offerings, and courses which contribute to general
education and interdisciplinary programs of the college. Full-time
load is spread over the fall, January and spring terms. The
development of a research program that involves undergraduate students
in research and seeks external research funding is expected. Research
and teaching facilities include well-equipped new labs, the Hoslett
Museum of Natural History vertebrate collections, and a 1000-acre
campus including prairie, forest, and aquatic field sites. Additional
duties include student advising, participation in college governance,
and meeting with prospective students.
STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY: Luther College is committed to increasing the
diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. We value the
input of multiple viewpoints and perspectives to create an academic
community that is rich with cultural, social and intellectual
diversity. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths or
experiences that will contribute to this goal.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: Review of applications begins October 20,
2014 and continues until position is filled. Applicants' dossiers will
include:
- cover letter describing your interest in position
- curriculum vitae
- statement of teaching philosophy, experiences, and interests
- evidence of effective teaching (student evaluations, sample syllabi,
other course materials), if available
- statement of research plans that emphasize how undergraduate
students will be incorporated
- unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts
- a minimum of three letters of recommendation (the college will send
an e-mail to each letter writer identified in the application process
with a link to upload letter)
Apply at https://luthercollege.hiretouch.com.
INQUIRIES: Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Kirk
Larsen, Vertebrate Zoologist Search Committee Chair, Department of
Biology, Luther College, 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA, 52101; phone:
(563) 387-1558; email: [email protected]. Additional information
about the college is available by visiting the college website
www.luther.edu, and/or the departmental website
www.luther.edu/biology/. Questions regarding the application process
should be directed to [email protected].
