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 microbiology for a full-time,
tenure-track assistant professor position that will begin in the fall
semester of 2019. The person selected for this position must have earned
a Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline prior to July 1, 2019 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 an upper-level microbiology course, contributions to our
introductory courses in cellular and molecular biology, in addition to
upper-level courses within 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.
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
premier liberal arts education. Faculty members also 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 has been a national leader in undergraduate research for
over 30 years, and a significant number 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. 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 lead 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 should include a cover
letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy that includes
interest in or potential for interdisciplinary teaching outside of the
department, statement of research philosophy and plan, diversity
statement, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts. The diversity
statement should describe: (a) the applicant’s experience in advancing
diversity in teaching, scholarship and/or service; (b) examples of
demonstrated leadership potential in the area of equity and inclusion;
and the applicant’s understanding of the importance of diversity and
inclusion to the mission of a liberal arts university. Each applicant
should also request three letters of reference to be sent separately
that address at minimum 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 1, 2018 and
continue until the position is filled. Inquires may be directed to Dr.
David Clarke ([email protected]), Chair, Department of Biology.
UNC Asheville is committed to equality and diversity of experiences for
our students, applicants, or employees. 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 applicants or employees on
the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.
Qualifications:
A PhD in Biology or an appropriate discipline with expertise in
microbiology earned prior to July 1, 2019 is expected for this position.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate through application
materials and in the interview that they have the ability to teach and
mentor undergraduate students; bring diverse and multidisciplinary
perspectives into the classroom; and function professionally in a highly
collaborative and increasingly diverse organization.
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Jonathan Horton Ph.D.
Professor
Biology Department CPO#2040
UNC-Asheville
One University Heights
Asheville, NC 28804
phone: 828-232-5152
email: [email protected]
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