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Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 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.

The University of North Georgia invites applications for a ten-month, full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Biology. We are seeking a biologist with expertise in physiology, histology, or neuroscience.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the USG Service Desk at  or support.

• Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses such as majors or non-majors’ introductory biology, neuroscience, physiology, and other related courses in specialty; scholarly work involving undergraduates; advising students; service to the department, university and community; and professional development.
• Teaching assignments may extend to other campuses.

• Ability to work with faculty and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research.
• Ability to successfully incorporate technology and teach on-line is highly desirable.

• Ph.
  
  D., or terminal degree, at the time of hire in biology or related discipline.

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching is essential with preferred experience at the college level.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
• Teaching experience in biology, physiology, histology or neuroscience.

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Transcripts, Teaching Philosophy, and Statement of Undergraduate Research Experience and Plans (two page max).
• Contact information for three professional references.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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 .

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