Assistant Professor of Biology

Inside Higher Ed; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional multi-campus institution is seeking an Assistant Professor of Biology. This ten-month tenure-track position requires expertise in cellular or molecular biology, ideally with a focus on biomedical fields. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses, engaging in research with students, and participating in departmental service. Candidates with a Ph.D. in biology and a strong record in mentoring undergraduates are encouraged to apply. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to mentor students in research.
• Experience with student research programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in general biology and specialized areas.
• Engage in scholarly work with undergraduates.
• Advise students and provide departmental service.

Skills

Ability to work with faculty and students from diverse backgrounds

Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research

Education

Ph.D. degree in biology or a closely related field

Job description

Assistant Professor of Biology

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Job ID: 290257

Regular/Temporary: Regular • Full/Part Time: Full-Time

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia Department of Biology invites applicants for a ten-month tenure-track position at the assistant professor level. We are seeking a biologist with expertise in cellular or molecular biology, with a strong preference for candidates whose research is focused on biomedical or closely related fields. The successful candidate will have a record of mentoring students in research or will demonstrate a well-developed plan for initiating a student research program.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in general biology plus candidate's area(s) of expertise
• Scholarly work involving undergraduates
• Advising students
• Service to the department, university, and community

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to work with faculty and students from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. degree in biology or a closely related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level
• Research experience focused on biomedicine or related fields
• Teaching experience in cell biology or genetics

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Transcripts, Teaching Philosophy Statement (2 pages maximum), and Research Statement that describes your experience mentoring undergraduate students or outlines your plans for mentoring students (2 page maximum).
• Contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% – 24% of the time.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Special Applicant Instructions

• If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course‑by‑course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at http://www.naces.org/members.htm.