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Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology

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Chatham University
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Pittsburgh, PA

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Job Requisition ID:9007Job Title:Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology Job Type:Regular Full-TimeLocation:Pittsburgh, PA document.RedirectForm.Submit.disabled=false;Job Description:

Founded in 1869, Chatham Universityis a fullycoed institution with an enrollment ofover2,200students andover 60 undergraduate and graduateprograms in our areas ofexcellence:sustainability;health &lab sciences; business &communication; and thearts &humanities. Chatham is the alma mater of environmental icon RachelCarson(Class of '29),and is recognizedas aleader in thefield of sustainability, havingbeenselectedas oneof theTop 50 GreenCollegesbyThePrincetonReview;ranked in thetop five nationallyforsustainabilityachievementsin theSustainabilityTracking,Assessment &RatingSystem™ (STARS); and mentioned in a2012 Forbes articleasoneof theplaces"contributingto Pittsburgh'stransformation into a destinationforgreen living."

Buildingon theseaccomplishments, Chathamopened in 2014 the world's first fullysustainable campus in highereducation,Eden Hall Campus. Consistentlyrankedas abestcollege byU.S. News &World Report in the Regional Universities Northcategory, Chatham consists of the School of Health Sciences; the Falk School ofSustainability&Environment; the School of Arts,Science andBusiness; and theCollege for Continuing &Professional Studies.

To help support the workof theUniversity, wehave animmediate opening foravisitingAssistant Professor of Biology.Keyresponsibilities include teachingNeuroscience (with lab) for students in our graduate Physical TherapyandMSBiologyprogram andother courses in candidate’sarea ofexpertise. Candidatesmusthave aclearlyarticulatedresearchagenda. Successful candidates for this positionshould have anearned Ph.D. inNeuroscience or a closelyrelatedfield. Applicantsfromdiversebackgrounds arestronglyencouraged to apply

Chatham Universityoffers acompetitivesalary, an excellentbenefitspackage,includingtuition remissionforqualified personnel, and a generousretirement plan.

Interestedcandidates should visit www.chatham.edu/careersandfollow theinstructions to complete the applicationprocess.Toensurefull consideration, please submit a coverletteraddressingthe qualificationsof theposition, curriculumvitae, ateachingandresearch statement, and contact information for three professionalreferences.

Chatham Universityis anEqual OpportunityEmployer

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About Chatham

Founded in 1869, Chatham University is a fully coed institution with an enrollment of over 2,200 students and over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in our areas of excellence: health & sustainability; business & communication; and the arts & sciences. Chatham is the alma mater of environmental icon Rachel Carson ’29, and is recognized as a leader in the field of sustainability, having been selected as one of the Top 50 Green Colleges by The Princeton Review; ranked in the top five nationally for sustainability achievements in the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS); and mentioned in a 2012 Forbes article as one of the places "contributing to Pittsburgh's transformation into a destination for green living."

Building on these accomplishments, Chatham opened in 2014 the world's first fully sustainable campus in higher education, Eden Hall Campus. Consistently ranked as a best college by U.S. News & World Report in the Regional Universities North category, Chatham consists of the School of Health Sciences; the Falk School of Sustainability & Environment; the School of Arts, Science & Business; and the School for Continuing & Professional Studies.

Accreditation The University is accredited by the:

· Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

· Pennsylvania Department of Education

· Pennsylvania Department of Education Teacher Certification Program

· Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education

· Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant

· American Chemical Society

· American Psychology Association

· Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

· Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

· Council for Interior Design Accreditation

· Council on Social Work Education

· International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education

· Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council

 

Mission Statement Chatham University prepares its students to build lives of purpose, value, and fulfilling work. Through professional skill development and liberal arts learning, Chatham prepares its graduates to be informed and engaged citizens in their communities; to recognize and respect diversity of culture, identity, and opinion; and to live sustainably.

Student Life Students at Chatham University immerse themselves in academics, co-curricular activities, and city life here in Pittsburgh, PA. At Chatham University, you’ll find an academic and social environment where everyone, from professors in the classroom to strong alumnae/alumni networks to fellow students, cares about your future. The Office of Student Affairs at Chatham is committed to assisting students in becoming active members of the campus community through a variety of programs and services. Student Affairs staff members are here to help Chatham students stretch their imaginations, learn about themselves, discover the world, and achieve their aspirations. Chatham University has a lot in store for students outside the classroom.

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