The Department of Biology at the University of North Carolina Asheville,
the UNC system's designated public liberal arts institution, is seeking
qualified applicants with expertise in vertebrate zoology for a
full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position that will begin in
the fall semester of 2015. The person selected for this position must
have earned a Ph.D. in Biology, Zoology or an appropriate discipline
prior to August 10, 2015 and will be expected to teach 12 contact hours
per semester; establish a research program that involves undergraduates;
and engage in service to the institution, the community and the
profession. Teaching duties will include contributions to our core
curriculum for majors in evolution and zoology and upper-level courses
(both field- and laboratory-based) in the candidate's area of
expertise.Individuals with postdoctoral experience, a passion for
undergraduate teaching, and experience at an institution focused on the
liberal arts are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNC Asheville has been a national leader in undergraduate research for
almost 30 years, and over 60% of our students graduate each year having
been involved in this important learning experience. The University
fully embraces the idea of mentored undergraduate research being one of
the highest forms of teaching, and the institution values success in
this facet of a faculty member's work. Therefore, the successful
candidate for this position must be able to articulate a clear vision
for a sustainable, highly productive, and externally funded
undergraduate research program. Moreover, the Department is interested
in expanding its opportunities for undergraduate research to include
answering evolutionary or ecological questions using modern analytical
approaches such as bioinformatics, molecular systematics, developmental
biology, or quantitative or computational biology. Individuals with
expertise in these areas are encouraged to apply.
In addition to having a passion for undergraduate teaching, research and
mentorship, the UNC Asheville faculty is committed to disciplinary
teaching through an inter- and multi-disciplinary lens and providing a
premiere liberal arts education. Faculty members teach across the
University's Liberal Arts Core (LAC) program, our required
interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum in courses that include, but
are not limited to: introductory (freshman) colloquia; diversity
intensives; courses that satisfy the Scientific Perspectives, Social
Science courses and Arts and Ideas requirements; courses within the
Humanities Program; and LAC Senior Capstone courses.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment
that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage
with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Faculty members across
campus and especially in STEM disciplines are encouraged to participate
in leading the institution's efforts in promoting diversity and
inclusion in the areas of pedagogy, programming, and service activity.
Therefore, candidates interested in teaching science to and developing
outreach activity for diverse student populations are especially
encouraged to apply.
Applications for this position should be submitted electronically at
https://jobs.unca.edu. Complete applications will include a cover
letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a statement
of research philosophy that includes a description of future research
plans, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three
letters of reference. The applicant's letters of reference should
address the candidate's written, verbal and interpersonal skills;
ability to teach and mentor undergraduate students; and potential to
develop a successful, externally funded research program. Review of
applications will begin October 16, 2014. Inquires may be directed to
Dr. Timothy Forrest (tforr...@unca.edu), Chair, Department of Biology.
UNC Asheville is committed to equality and diversity of educational
experiences for our students. Qualified individuals are encouraged to
apply regardless of socio-economic status, gender expression, gender and
sexual identity, culture, or ideological beliefs. UNC Asheville is an
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will not
discriminate against students, applicants, or employees on the basis of
race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability,
political affiliation, protected veteran status, genetic information, or
any other legally protected status with respect to all terms,
conditions, and privileges of university-sponsored activities,
employment, and the use of university facilities.
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Jonathan Horton Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Biology Department CPO#2040
UNC-Asheville
One University Heights
Asheville, NC 28804
phone: 828-232-5152
email: jhor...@unca.edu
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