Department
Life, Earth & Environmental Sciences
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Canyon, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
Job Summary:
West Texas A&M University, a member of The Texas A&M University System located in Canyon, Texas, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Cell and Molecular Biology (65% teaching, 30% research, 5% service). This full time (9 month) position at West Texas A&M University will include responsibilities in teaching (minimum of 9 ACH/semester), research, and service supportive of the general and cell/molecular biology programs. Teaching duties will include existing and new courses within the successful candidate’s area of expertise at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including Molecular Cell Biology. The successful candidate will conduct research in some area of Cell and Molecular Biology; seek extramural funding; publish in peer-reviewed journals; attend professional meetings; provide academic advisement to undergraduate and graduate students in the Pre-professional disciplines; and engage undergraduate and graduate students in research.
Work Performed:
Teaching a minimum of 9 adjusted contact hours (9 ACH) of selected undergraduate and graduate courses, including but not necessarily limited to, Introductory Cell Biology, Advanced Cell Biology and Lab, and new courses based on candidate’s interest, experience, and expertise. An exceptional candidate would have interest in, and the ability to teach Immunology and/or Cancer Biology.
- Developing an externally funded research program capable of supporting undergraduate and graduate student research experiences.
- Conducting professional service for the institution, the profession, and the community.
- Recruiting students to the undergraduate and graduate programs in Life, Earth, & Environmental Sciences.
- Advising students on matters of degree plans, course scheduling, and other academic matters.
Necessary Qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. in Biology or closely related area from an accredited institution. ABD will not be considered.
- Demonstrated interest, and ability, to teach courses in general biology, including Advanced Cell Biology.
- Willingness to teach a minimum of 9 adjusted contact hours (ACH) per semester.
- Competency in biological research as evidenced by publications in impactful peer-reviewed journals (full citations to be provided in CV).
- Excellent quantitative, technological, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience and excellence in instruction at the university level and mentoring student research.
- An interest in, or experience, teaching Immunology.
- Demonstrated experience in seeking/obtaining extramural funding (including documentation of awards and amounts in CV).
- Demonstrated ability and skills in leadership, mentoring, and building teamwork.
- Experience and demonstrated track record in developing collaborative research with other scientists, research centers and/or agencies and organizations.
Applicant Instructions:
We require the following:
- Letter of interest or cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching and service, as applicable
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)
- Three professional references
Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application. Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources athr@wtamu.edu.
Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits
For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:
Search Committee Chair: Donna Byers
Department: Life, Earth, and Environmental Sciences
Phone: 806-651-2574
Email: dbyers@wtamu.edu
Affirmative Action Commitment Statement
West Texas A&M University and the Life, Earth & Environmental Sciences Department are committed to hiring the person most qualified for the Assistant Professor of Biology position with equal treatment and access for all applicants, including affirmative action for women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
We will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
