Visiting Professor – Organismal Biologist
Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a visiting position in the Department of Biology beginning Fall Semester 2023. The rank will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor, depending on qualifications. Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate in the biological sciences or a related field. Teaching experience is required, and individuals able to teach our introductory course in integrative organismal physiology, particularly from ecological or evolutionary perspectives, are especially encouraged to apply. Teaching load is 3/3 and may include the opportunity to teach an upper level lab elective in their area of expertise, as well as participation in the College’s general education requirement (“Connections” or “Natural Science in Perspective”).
Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/119062): a cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript(s) (unofficial copies are fine), teaching and research statements, a diversity statement (described below), teaching evaluations and/or observations, and names of two references (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within three weeks). Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2023.
Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. Thus, the search committee will holistically assess the qualifications of each applicant. We will consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We will also consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to academic success. The applicant’s diversity statement should outline their philosophy regarding inclusion of diverse students in this context.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, sex, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic. Individuals who need accommodation due to a disability in order to submit an application or to otherwise participate in the employment process should contact the department’s academic coordinator, Samantha Seldomridge (samantha.seldomridge@fandm.edu).
Franklin and Marshall College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.
Potential candidates are welcome to contact Dr. Joseph Thompson (Dept. of Biology at F&M; joseph.thompson@fandm.edu) with questions about the position.
