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Assistant Professor, Biology and Science Education
Posting Details

Posting Details
Job Title Assistant Professor, Biology and Science Education
Posting Number F00121P
Type of Appointment FTS; Full-Time Standing
Funding Information
CIP Code 26.01Biological and Biomedical Sciences, General
Salary Range for Job Posting
Recruitment Recommendations
Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 08/08/2016
Open Date 09/22/2015
Close Date 10/21/2015
Open Until Filled Yes
Position details
Job Summary
Morehead State University, recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report, is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track position as Assistant Professor.
Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities will include a biology course for primary and middle school education students, and upper level biology-related education courses that support the UTeach curriculum; and could include introductory biology courses for majors and non-majors, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and associated labs, and upper level courses in the area of the candidate’s expertise. The successful candidate is expected to play an active role in the preparation of biology education students, and to engage in scholarly activity.
Morehead State University is an EO/AA educator and employer that delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.
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Biology Education: Morehead State University Department of Biology and Chemistry invites applicants for a Tenure-track assistant professor position in Biology and Science Education beginning in August 2016.
Qualifications: The applicant must have a Ph.D in Biology or related life science discipline. ABD with completion by December 2016 would also be considered.
Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities will include a biology course for primary and middle school education students, and upper level biology-related education courses that support the UTeach curriculum; and could include introductory biology courses for majors and non-majors, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and associated labs, and upper level courses in the area of the candidate’s expertise. The successful candidate is expected to play an active role in the preparation of biology education students, and to engage in scholarly activity.
Review of applications will begin October 21, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. To apply visit www.moreheadstate.edu/employment, complete the MSU Application for Employment and upload a 1) letter of application, 2) curriculum vita with contact information for three references, 3) statement of teaching philosophy and 4) statement of research interests. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Indicate Tenure Status Tenure Track
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Primary responsibility is instruction in the assigned discipline or related field. Additional duties include advising students and participation in service opportunities. Engaging in scholarly activity (research, artistic activity and professional development) is expected.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Organizational Relationships
An Assistant Professor reports to a department chair or associate dean.
Minimum Requirements
Terminal degree from an accredited institution in the individual’s discipline as recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Exceptions will be those non-doctoral degrees considered to be terminal degrees by discipline-specific accrediting bodies recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation (CORPA).
Additional Desirable Qualifications
Teaching experience in a higher education environment.
Physical Requirements
Working Conditions
Assistant Professor will teach in a typical classroom environment or an internet based environment. Travel to a Regional Campus or off-site location may be required.
Special Information/Instructions to Applicants
Reference Requests

Reference Request Details
Accept References Yes
Minimum Requests 3
Maximum Requests
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you possess a doctoral degree or are you ABD?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents

Required Documents
Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
Statement Teaching Philosophy
Statement of Research Interests
Curriculum Vita Including Names and Contact Information for Three References
Optional Documents
Additional Support Document #1
Additional Support Document #2
Additional Support Document #3