The Citadel Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship The Citadel Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship program seeks to increase the presence of underrepresented minority groups among its Biology department faculty. The Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship is a competitive, teaching and research appointment for post-doctoral candidates interested in teaching at one of America's most distinctive liberal arts college and joining a vibrant campus community. Applicants qualified to teach an upper level Physiology course will be given special consideration.
The Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship provides a collegial environment to talented candidates who are dedicated to teaching future generations of leaders. The Citadel's student development model thrives on academic, military, physical and moral-ethical challenges in the preparation of principled leaders. The Citadel's LEAD Plan 2018 strategic plan focuses on developing principled leaders in a globalized environment, enhancing the learning environment, developing the student population, and improving the facilities and technological support for the campus. Recruiting and retaining faculty from diverse backgrounds is an essential part of these efforts. About the program: Teacher-Scholar Visiting Faculty Fellowship is an annual appointment of a 9-month contract. Successful candidates may renew for up to 4 years. Fellows teach three courses per semester in the first year and receive faculty mentoring, participate in the student leadership development curriculum, and dedicate time for research. If appointed for subsequent years, the teaching requirement increases to four per semester. Funds will be available to attend professional development conferences. The annual salary is $50,000. How to Apply: Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references. Applications are considered as received through February 15, 2017. http://careers.pageuppeople.com/743/cw/en-us/#/job/495222/the-citadel-teacherscholar-visiting-faculty-fellowship-biology About The Citadel: The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, is noted for its educational reputation as well as its rich history. Founded in 1842 in Charleston, the college has an undergraduate student body of about 2,300 students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Another 1,000 students attend The Citadel Graduate College, a civilian evening program that offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional courses of study. The Citadel is best known for its Corps of Cadets, which draws students from across the nation and a dozen countries. The men and women in the Corps live and study under a classical military system that makes leadership and character training an essential part of the educational experience. Approximately a third of graduating cadets accept military commissions. The Citadel is organized into five academic schools: Business, Education, Engineering, Humanities and Social Science, and Science and Mathematics. Because of its focus on teaching, a noteworthy graduation rate, and strong alumni support, The Citadel rates highly in the annual U.S. News & World Report college rankings, earning the distinction of top public college in the South for the last five consecutive years. Small class sizes, dedicated teaching faculty, talented researchers, and service to the Lowcountry community are distinguishing features of the college. In 2015, the Carnegie Foundation recognized The Citadel campus for its Civic Engagement activities and programs. About Charleston: The Citadel campus is located on the banks of the Ashley River in peninsular Charleston, a colonial seaport city known for its livability, friendliness and resilience. Charleston's architecture, museums, forts, gardens, beaches, sporting events, cultural festivals and cuisine contribute to its reputation as a beautiful place to visit and a wonderful place to live and work. Danny J. Gustafson, Ph.D. Professor of Plant Molecular Ecology, Certified Senior Ecologist (ESA), Department of Biology, The Citadel, Charleston, SC 29409 (843) 953-7876 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>
