University of Massachusetts
Department of Plant, Soil, and Insect Sciences
LECTURER POSITION
The Department of Plant, Soil, and Insect Sciences, University of
Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a full time LECTURER,
non-tenure track position, beginning Spring 2012.
The academic year lecturer position involves teaching courses in
Applied Biology and Ecology. Responsibilities also include
administrative duties associated with undergraduate programs,
curriculum development, and student recruitment/advertising.
Candidates must have: a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, evidence of
proficiency in teaching, ability to work with diverse
populations/students, and at least 3 years of experience in teaching.
Individuals should have experience in teaching large lecturer sections.
This position is funded for two years with the possibility of
renewal. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on
18 November 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should send a vita, a teaching statement, and the names of
at least three individuals who can write letters of recommendation to:
Lecturer Search Committee R#42411
Department of Plant, Soil, and Insect Sciences
University of Massachusetts Amherst
270 Stockbridge Road
102 Fernald Hall
Amherst, MA 01003
The University provides an intellectual environment committed to
providing academic excellence and diversity including mentoring
programs for faculty. The College and the Department are committed
to increasing the diversity of faculty, student body and the
curriculum. The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority
groups are encouraged to apply.
