The Department of Biology at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs invites applications for a position as a tenure track Assistant Professor to start in August of 2019. Applicants must have a PhD, a strong commitment to teaching, and a fundable research agenda that incorporates student training and focuses on animal eco-physiology. Standard load is 15 contact hours per academic year (fall and spring) in a 40% teaching, 40% research and 20% service proportion. Teaching load (3-2) will include General Ecology and Animal Physiology in addition to core and/or elective courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. The successful applicant will have access to an extensive mammal teaching collection, including study skins, skeletal material, and taxidermy mounts. In addition to providing an overview of their teaching philosophy, applicants should address how they could utilize the collection in their teaching statements. More detailed information about the collection can be found at: https://www.uccs.edu/biology/natural- history-museum-and-wildlife-laboratory
The University enrolls ~ 12,000 students with ~ 750 undergraduate Biology majors. The Department of Biology is dedicated to outstanding teaching and research at the undergraduate and Master’s levels (www.uccs.edu/~biology). The Biology Department offers a B.S. degree in biology, with an option in biomedical science. Details of these programs can be found at http://www.uccs.edu/biology/future- students/undergraduate-degree-options.html. The graduate program offers an MSc in Biology, with several options, including Evolution and Ecology. Details of the graduate program can be found at http://www.uccs.edu/biology/future-students/graduate-program.html. The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. Information on benefits programs can be found at: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 12,400 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. UCCS is among the fastest growing universities in the state and is consistently ranked as one of the top Western regional universities by U.S. New & World Report. Colorado Springs, (pop. 400K+) is situated at the base of Pikes Peak, offers many recreational and cultural activities and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top Best Places to Live in the U.S. The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check. UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Qualifications Required: PhD in Biology or terminal degree in a closely related area Special Instructions to Applicants: Preference will be given to those who submit these materials by October 26th, 2018. Applications received by email or hard copy will not be considered. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Specific questions may be directed to Dr. Jeremy Bono at jb...@uccs.edu. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Unofficial transcript(s), Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: In order for an application to be considered, applicants must label each required attachment with the relevant title, attach the required documents for this position announcement to the submission and check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in the submission. When applying in CU Careers, applicants must include: • Cover letter • CV • Unofficial graduate transcripts • Statement of teaching philosophy, including a brief summary of how the mammal teaching collection could be incorporated into new or existing courses • Research statement addressing agenda • Names and contact information of three professional references willing to provide a confidential letter of recommendation. More details can be found here: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=14480&lang=en
