Assistant Professor of Biology

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Type of Position:

Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

Yes

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Biology

Department's Website:

Summary of

Job Duties:

The Assistant Professor of Biology teaching duties include the department's core courses and classes in phylogenetics or computational biology. The candidate is expected to complement and enhance the existing strength of the department by establishing an extramurally funded research program and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students within their area of expertise. Service to the department, college, and the university is expected of all faculty.

This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or

Experience:

* Earned Ph.D. in Biology, Computational Biology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

Preferred Education and/or

Experience:

* Minimum of one year of postdoctoral experience;

* Experience teaching and developing undergraduate labs in phylogenetics;

* Evidence of a strong commitment to student-centered instruction and evidence-based teaching methods;

* Evidence of a commitment to science education outreach and/or community engagement;

* A track record of research productivity;

* Knowledge of different methods of student learning and assessment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

* Teaching duties include the department's core courses and upper-level courses in the candidate's specialty;

* Establish and maintain a research program that incorporates undergraduates and graduate students with external funding;

* Provide service to the Biology Department, the Donaghey College of STEM, and the University.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Excellent communication skills;

* Commitment to inclusive teaching;

* Ability to provide effective mentorship;

* Ability to work, communicate, and collaborate in a departmental team from a variety of research backgrounds.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$67,930.00

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. Ian Clifton

Assistant Professor

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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