Assistant Professor of Organismal Biology

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title
Assistant Professor of Organismal Biology

Brief

Position Overview
The preferred candidate will be a broadly-trained Ph.D. in organismal biology (zoology) or related field (ABD may be considered), with expertise in vertebrate anatomy/physiology. Appointment will be within the College of Health Professions and Science https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and housed within our newly renovated state-of-the-art facility. MSUB is situated at the nexus of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, Rocky Mountains, and the Great Plains, while also located just blocks from one of the largest medical hubs in the region.

Instructional duties will primarily include teaching Zoology, Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy, Animal Physiology, Principles of Biology, Discover Biology, and other courses as needs dictate with the opportunity to develop new courses in your area of expertise. Online development and delivery of selected courses may be a component of the instructional load. Establishment and active management of a discipline-related research program involving undergraduates is expected.

Evidence of high quality, innovative college teaching experience and potential for productive, externally-funded research in an undergraduate, liberal arts setting are required. Salary dependent on experience and on collective bargaining agreement.

Faculty Tenure Track
Yes

Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor

Position Number
6A0941

Department
Biological and Physical Sciences

Division
College of Health Professions and Science

Appointment Type
Faculty

Contract Term
Academic Year

Semester

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FLSA

Union Affiliation
Billings Faculty Association

FTE
1.0

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Compensation
Annual

Salary
Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type
MUS

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Recruitment Type
Open

Position Details

General Statement
Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!

The following are reasons why you should join our team:

Sick Leave - Earned per Contract Rate
Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including
Medical, Vision, and Dental
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits
Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement

Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

Duties and Responsibilities
Provide high quality, innovative instruction for organismal and general biology courses offered by the department. Primary offerings will include Zoology, Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy, Animal Physiology, Principles of Biology, Discover Biology, and other instructional duties assigned as needs dictate. The successful candidate would also have the opportunity to develop courses in their area of expertise. Development of an active undergraduate research program is expected.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Ph.D. in Zoology or closely related discipline

Evidence of successful teaching experience at the university level

Potential for productive, externally-funded research program

Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience teaching zoology and general biology

Interest in online course delivery

Experience mentoring undergraduate researchers

The Successful Candidate Will

Special Requirements
Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Physical Demands

The Program

The Department

The College
The College of Health Professions and Science has a strong interest in being a leader in training the next…