Job Title Assistant Professor of Biology Agency West Texas A&M University Department Life, Earth & Environmental Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Canyon, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval. West Texas A&M University, a Member of The Texas A&M University System located in Canyon, Texas, invites applications for a tenure-track
Assistant Professor position in Biology (Microbiologist) (65% teaching, 30% research, 5% service). This full time (9 month) position at West Texas A&M University will include responsibilities in teaching (minimum of 9 ACH/semester), research, and service supportive of the Life Science Programs. Teaching duties will include existing or new courses within the successful candidate's area of expertise at the
undergraduate and graduate levels, particularly related to the area of microbiology. The successful candidate is expected to conduct research in the area of microbiology and be amendable to collaboration with other faculty on relevant projects; attract and secure extramural funding; publish in genuine peer reviewed journals; attend professional meetings; provide academic advisement to undergraduate and graduate
students; engage students in research; and develop and deliver effective educational programs to the community. Work Performed: Teaching selected undergraduate and graduate courses, such as General Biology, Microbiology, and Applied Microbiology with the possibility of developing new courses based on candidate's experience and expertise. Developing a dynamic research program by attracting new grants and opportunities
that would allow undergraduate and graduate student participation. Conducting professional service for the institution, academic field, and community. Recruiting students for the undergraduate and graduate programs in Life, Earth, & Environmental Sciences Advising students on matters of degree plans, course scheduling, and other academic matters, including advising students enrolled I the premedical and other
preprofessional programs. Necessary Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in Biology or related area from an accredited institution. ABD will not be considered. Demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching related to the courses listed above. Willingness to teach 9 adjusted contact hours (ACH) per semester. Competency in research, as evidenced by publications (full citations) in genuine peer-reviewed journals.
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