POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT–MICROBIOLOGY/IMMUNOLOGY
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Biology
LOCATION: Department of Biology, School of Behavioral and Natural Sciences, Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO 81301. Fort Lewis College is a public, 4-year, undergraduate, liberal arts college comprised of a School of Humanities and Social Sciences, a School of Business Administration, and a School of General and Exploratory Studies in addition to the School of Behavioral and Natural Sciences. The student population is diverse, with 27% Native American and Hispanic students. Click here for more information about the department.
APPOINTMENT: Eight-month, tenure track to start August 31, 2009 (contingent on funding).
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: 1) Ph.D. in microbiology, immunology, or closely related field, 2) College or university teaching experience, 3) Post-doctoral research or equivalent post-graduate experience in microbiology or related field. Highly desirable: 1) Ability to secure extramural funding, 2) Demonstrated knowledge of modern techniques in teaching undergraduate biology.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching load is 12 credit hours (average of 18 contact hours/week) per term. Successful applicant must be qualified to teach Microbiology and Immunology. Additional teaching responsibilities will include introductory biology lectures and laboratories, upper division biology courses in his/her area of expertise, and/or interdisciplinary general education for non-majors. The department desires candidates with an interest in mentoring summer undergraduate researchers, and who can generate extramural funding for their research program. Successful candidates must participate in departmental and College governance and professional service.
SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Family and sick leave are available per College policy. Benefits include group health, life, dental, disability, and retirement plan.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send cover letter indicating position of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of professional and research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of reference, and official graduate transcripts to (faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted):
Barb Rosten, Administrative Assistant
Department of Biology
Fort Lewis College
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, CO 81301-3999
DEADLINE: September 15, 2008
Fort Lewis College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and complies with all federal and Colorado state laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements in all programs. In order to assist Fort Lewis College in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women, and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to so identify themselves.
