Limited-Term Faculty in Biology

Job Summary

The Department of Biology at the University of North Georgia invites applicants for a Full-time, one year, Limited-Term Faculty (with benefits) in biology, primarily on its Gainesville campus.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at .

• The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide range of undergraduate courses in biology, with a course load of 4 lectures and 4 laboratories per semester.
• Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in introductory biology for majors and non-majors.
• Teaching other courses in their specialty may be available.
• The ability to successfully incorporate technology and teach on-line is highly desirable. Teaching assignments may extend to other campuses.

• Earned Master s degree in Biology or a closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate level biology courses at the time of appointment is required.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching is essential.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Transcripts, and Teaching Philosophy
• 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. These values can be found on-line at the respective USG site.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at the USG site.

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 the UNG website.

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.