The Department of Environmental and Plant Biology at Ohio University invites applications for a 9-month VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position beginning August 15, 2015. The successful candidate would be expected to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the department. Teaching responsibilities will include preparation and teaching of upper-level undergraduate/graduate courses in Soil Properties and Ecosystem function, Restoration Ecology, potentially a Dendrology course, and a lower level non-majors course Plants and People. The teaching duties will be three courses per semester ~10-12 contact hours per week. The candidate would also participate in governance of the department (committee work). Demonstrated success as an instructor of record and in applying innovative teaching techniques is preferred. The Department (http://www.plantbio.ohiou.edu/) consists of 12 full-time faculty, 25 graduate students, and 60 undergraduate majors and is dedicated to teaching excellence. We are seeking a colleague who will share in, and contribute to, our commitment to outstanding education.
Minimum Qualifications: Completed all requirements for a PhD in forest soil ecology or a related field by August 15, 2015. Starting salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package includes comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and 100% instructional fee tuition waiver for employees and eligible dependents. Ohio University also extends benefits to same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners. We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Women and other minorities are encouraged to apply. Ohio University is an EEO/AA Employer. The Athens area is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. It is a unique area bringing together beautiful natural surroundings, rich culture and the many benefits of a university setting. Athens is particularly well known for an award winning farmer’s market, the Nelsonville Music Festival, various multi-cultural events, a Performing Arts Series, State Parks and Wayne National Forest. In addition, the cost of living is very low. In 2012, the cost of living index for Athens County was 82.7. For more information about our community, please watch the following video: OHIO & Athens: A Welcoming Community and/or visit the following pages: http://www.city-data.com/county/Athens_County-OH.html and http://www.co.athensoh.org/ To apply, complete and submit an online application (www.ohiouniversityjobs.com) and attach required documents (CV, cover letter, philosophy of teaching, contact information for 3 references, and unofficial transcripts for graduate work). Please direct questions to Dr. Morgan Vis ([email protected]), Chair of the Search Committee. The position remains open until filled. For full consideration, apply by May 17, 2015.
