Assistant Professor
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Job no: 501316
Department: Biological Sciences - Hamilton Campus
Location: Hamilton, OH
Work type: Faculty
Categories: Teaching
Status: Full Time
Temporary: No
Website: https://jobs.miamioh.edu/cw/en-us/job/501316
Job Summary:
Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in Biological Sciences to teach general biology, courses in organismal biology or diversity, and/or area of expertise at the Hamilton Campus, maintain an active research program and seek extramural funding, advise students, and provide service to the institution and profession. Appointment begins fall semester 2023.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Biology or closely related field by date of appointment.
Desired Qualifications:
Consideration may be given to candidates with postdoctoral experience and/or prior teaching experience at the college level; a biologist who explores mechanisms that underlie animal diversity or behavior at any level of biological organization, while also teaching courses within their area of expertise; will have research interests that complement those of current faculty and that show potential for research collaborations with other Miami biologists.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans that includes evidence of research quality, a statement of teaching philosophy with evidence of teaching quality and a list of courses taught, and a 1-page statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, and/or service. Department will request letters of recommendation from references listed in application. Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Paul Harding at hardinpa@miamioh.edu.
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EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
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Benefit Eligible:
Yes
Date to Begin Screening Applicants:
Screening of applications will begin March 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
For questions regarding reasonable accommodations for disabilities, or to follow-up with a request, please contact ADAFacultyStaff@Miamioh.edu or (513) 529-3560.
Advertised: 21 Feb 2023 Eastern Standard Time
