The Department of Biology at St. Francis Xavier University invites applications for a probationary tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2017. Applicants must have a PhD degree and relevant post-doctoral experience in any contemporary discipline related to animal biology. The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of achievement in teaching and is expected to develop an externally funded program of research. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The primary teaching responsibilities of the successful candidate will be core undergraduate animal biology courses, for example Animal Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology or Vertebrate Physiology, as well as advanced course(s) in the candidate’s area of expertise. We seek a colleague to enhance our network of departmental, interdisciplinary, and external collaborations. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in quantitative, systematic or emerging methods that can span sub-disciplines, foster collaboration, and prepare our graduates for careers or subsequent educational opportunities. St. Francis Xavier University has a long-standing liberal arts and science approach to undergraduate education. Upper level classes are small, with substantial interactions between faculty and students in lecture, laboratory, and field settings. Involvement of summer student assistants and Honours and M.Sc. students in research is expected. Co-supervision of Ph.D. students is facilitated by a bilateral agreement with Memorial University of Newfoundland. Northeastern Nova Scotia boasts access to a range of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and the Biology Department houses several common-use research facilities, including a molecular biology laboratory, tissue culture facility, and the university’s microscopy and animal care facilities. Access to advanced computing infrastructure and support is available through our membership in the ACENet. Applicants should provide curriculum vitae, statements on teaching interests and philosophy, research interests and plans, and the names, addresses (including email), and telephone numbers of three references. Applications should be sent via email to: Dr. Moira Galway, Chair St. Francis Xavier University Department of Biology Antigonish Nova Scotia B2G 2W5 Canada Email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Telephone: 1-902-867-3841 To learn more about the Department of Biology, please visit our website: http://sites.stfx.ca/biology The review of applications will begin on February 17, 2017 and will continue until this position is filled. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. = = =
