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Jobs at Jewell: Assistant Professor of Biology, Molecular Geneticist
Department: Department of Biology
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary
The Department of Biology seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology position to begin August 2012. The successful candidate must be broadly trained in molecular genetics and be able to bridge across multiple levels of biological organization.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. is preferred, but ABD applicants will be considered.
- College teaching experience is desirable, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring is expected.
- Proven evidence of a strong record of classroom teaching and scholarship within field of expertise.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching responsibilities within the Department of Biology will include classes and laboratories in the areas of cell and molecular biology, genetics, molecular genetics, and an honors course in genes, with the possibility of developing an upper level course in area of interest.
- Will contribute to the College's Core curriculum.
- Develop a research program involving undergraduate students.
- Other responsibilities will include academic advising and involvement in College and departmental activities.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.
Application Procedure
- Letter of application
- William Jewell College application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Response to the College mission statement
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Research goals
- Transcripts (copies are acceptable until finalists are selected)
- Three letters of recommendation (for finalists only)
Applicants, who need accommodation for the application or interview process, please make such accommodation request in advance to the Office of Human Resources.
William Jewell College
Office of Human Resources
500 College Hill Box 1017
Liberty, MO 64068
(816) 415-5992
Availability
Review of applications will begin November 1, 2011 and continue until position is filled.
All final candidates will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment.
Our Mission: William Jewell College promises students an outstanding liberal arts education that cultivates leadership, service, and spiritual growth within a community inspired by Christian ideals and committed to open, rigorous intellectual pursuits.
William Jewell College is an equal opportunity employer.
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