Assistant Professor of Biology in Jefferson City, Missouri at LINCOLN UNIVERSITY

Job Summary:

Replacement faculty position in Biology to fill instructional needs. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position in the STM department. This position will be supporting the Master of Science in Natural Sciences and undergraduate programs including those in Biology, Agriculture, Nursing, Education, and the various pre professional programs on campus.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, & Responsibilities:

Full-time, nine-month, tenure-track appointment teaching a full-time load.Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in plant biology, general biology, biology for majors, and an active externally funded research program involving undergraduate students. The ability to teach plant physiology and plant taxonomy is preferred. Lincoln University faculty are expected to also advise and mentor students and serve on departmental and institutional committees.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Curriculum development, mentoring, advising, participating in program assessment, review, and maintaining office hours will be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD. in Biology, Plant Biology or a related area is required – ABDs considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-doctoral experience is a plus.
• Prior teaching experience is strongly desired.
• Experience with undergraduate biology-related clubs or organizations.

Physical Demands

Light sedentary office work.Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerAbility to lift up to 25 lbs.

Lincoln University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and institutional needs. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at 573-681-5018.