Assistant Professor, Biology na High Point University
High Point University · High Point, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Junior
- Escritório em High Point
Responsibilities include teaching introductory and advanced biology courses with the opportunity to offer interdisciplinary honors and general education courses. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and experiential learning. The Assistant Professor will also be responsible for developing an active research program involving undergraduate students. Successful candidates will have access to startup and institutional research and professional development funding.
Preference will be given to candidates with teaching and/or research experience in animal physiology, including related fields such as comparative physiology, evolutionary physiology, or ecophysiology. Ability to teach human physiology and related topics is also valued. A Ph.D. in biology or a closely related field is required, and post-doctoral experience is preferred.
The position includes laboratory space in our state-of-the-art Wanek School of Natural Sciences, which houses the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience and Physics. The Biology Department offers majors and minors in biology. The Biology Department offers a B.S., a B.A., and minor in biology. Biology courses additionally serve as foundational elements of applied and health science degrees at High Point University. The Assistant Professor will be responsible for advising biology majors, and for service to the department, school, and university.
Applications should include the following items, submitted as a single document: (i) a cover letter addressing the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position, (ii) curriculum vitae, (iii) a statement of teaching philosophy (including a description of approaches to teaching both science and non-science majors), (iv) a statement of research interests, and (v) an unofficial transcript with the highest awarded degree. Additionally, three letters of recommendation should be provided; letters of recommendation should be emailed by references to Dr. Matthew Talbert (mtalbert@highpoint.edu).
Review of applications will begin on October 5th and will continue until the position is filled. Apply online at https://highpoint.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Highpoint-Faculty. For additional information, please contact Dr. Matthew Talbert, mtalbert@highpoint.edu.
High Point University does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
At High Point University the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. We encourage all applicants to apply.