Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology Date posted: 2-25-15 Close date: Until filled
*The Department of Biology at Southwestern University* invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor with expertise in Vertebrate Physiology beginning August 2015. This is a one-year position with a possibility of a second and third year appointment contingent on satisfactory performance. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses such as the cell biology portion of Introductory Biology for majors, sophomore-level Methods in Cellular/Molecular Biology, an upper-level course in Vertebrate Physiology (with laboratory) and an upper-level course in his/her specialty. The successful candidate is encouraged to conduct research with undergraduates, participate in faculty development and may choose to participate in summer teaching. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Biology by June 1, 2015. Candidates who have a strong commitment to enhancing diversity in academia are preferred. *Southwestern University* is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern currently enrolls approximately 1,500 students and maintains a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. In addition to a number of other national organizations, Southwestern University is a member of two consortia of liberal arts colleges, the Associated Colleges of the South and the Annapolis Group. Located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of downtown Austin, Southwestern is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Southwestern University is committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia. For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at www.southwestern.edu. To be assured of consideration, a cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, C.V. and two letters of recommendation should be submitted to http://apply.interfolio.com/28877. Review of applications will begin March 20, 2015. The search will remain open until the position is filled. For informal inquiries, please contact Dr. Martín Gonzalez ( [email protected]) or Dr. Maria Todd ([email protected]). All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University’s Background Check Policy process. Southwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F -- *Dr. Romi L. BurksProfessor of Biology* *Co-Chair of Interdisciplinary Programs* *Animal Behavior & Environmental Studies* *1001 East University Avenue* *Georgetown, TX 78626* *Office Phone: 512-863-1280* *Website:* www.profromi.com &* Twitter: ProfRomi*
