Position Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Biological Sciences – Biological Statistics, Renewable Term
Location: University of Oklahoma, Norman Campus
Position Type: Faculty
Position URL: apply.interfolio.com/154738
Description: The School of Biological Sciences (SBS) at the University of Oklahoma (OU) invites applications for a Ranked Five-Year Renewable Term appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor with a start date of Fall 2025 (https://apps.hr.ou.edu/FacultyHandbook/Default.aspx).
We seek an innovative, creative and collaborative biologist who will spearhead development of our undergraduate statistics training and work with colleagues and students towards implementing our newly redesigned curriculum and furthering OU’s Lead On Strategic Plan.
The ideal candidate will provide innovative and modern statistics training for our students, including revamping a Quantitative Biology course central to all four tracks of our newly revised undergraduate curriculum: Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology (EEOB); Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB); Microbiology (MBIO); and Integrative Biological Systems (IBIS). The SBS trains a large number of majors. We are especially interested in scholars who use innovative techniques in teaching statistics to a broad community of students.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 3:3 equivalency course load in the School of Biological Sciences. For additional details, please visit https://www.ou.edu/cas/sbs.
The successful candidate may conduct some research, including but not limited to educational research and/or research into the Science of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), but this is not a requirement. Expertise in Discipline-based Educational Research and/or connections to one or more of the four SBS research initiatives, “Ecology of Changing Planet,” “Biological Foundations of One Health,” “Mechanisms of Biodiversity,” or “Behaviors: From Molecules to Ecosystems” (more information online: https://www.ou.edu/cas/sbs/research-themes) is desirable. We invite individuals who would like to be part of a collaborative group of researchers to apply for this faculty position.
University of Oklahoma
OU invests in its faculty by providing support and resources through the Center for Faculty Excellence and Vice President for Research and Partnerships Office. The Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences supports faculty development through mentoring, new faculty orientation series, and access to research and educational supports.
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement, serving the educational, cultural, economic, and healthcare needs of the state, region, and nation from three campuses: Norman, Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City and the Schusterman Center in Tulsa. OU enrolls over 32,000 students and has more than 2,700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges.
The Norman Community
Norman is a vibrant university town of more than 130,000 inhabitants with a growing entertainment and art scene. With outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender in “best place to live” rankings. Visit http://soonerway.ou.edu for more information. Within an easy commute, Oklahoma City features a dynamic economy and outstanding cultural venues adding to the region’s growing appeal.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
· Ph.D. in Biology, or related field in hand by start date
· Experience in teaching and course development for university undergraduates
· Established record of research and publications
· Familiarity with effective teaching practices and mentoring approaches that support students from a wide range of backgrounds
· Commitment to teaching undergraduate courses that engage students in statistics
Preferred Qualifications:
· Demonstrated teaching record and experience teaching statistics
· Software/coding expertise (e.g., in R)
· Expertise in statistics, or related fields
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter describing their interest in the position and their fit with the SBS research themes; 2) a full curriculum vitae; 3) a detailed teaching plan describing their approach to teaching and student mentorship, and goals for teaching at OU (including existing and proposed courses) and advising undergraduate students; 4) a brief research plan describing their research focus, methods and future trajectory (optional); 5) names and contact information for three confidential letters of reference; 6) up to three selected reprints/preprints as PDF files; and 7) if available, past student and/or peer teaching evaluations. The cover letter may address examples of the candidate’s approach to teaching, and inclusive excellence. Please keep cover letter, teaching, and research statements to 1-3 pages each. Applications must be submitted online via Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/154738
The search committee will begin reviewing applications on ## and will continue until the position is filled.
Inquiries should be directed to the search committee chair:
Ingo Schlupp, Professor
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