Job location: Commerce TAMUC

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-11-07
Req: R-025738
Job Title

Assistant Professor-Biological & Environmental Sciences

Agency

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Department

Biological & Environmental Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process you have one opportunity to upload documents as a combined PDF. The page “My Experience” has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload the file.

This one combined PDF must include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts – If required for the position (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer).
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.

The Biological and Environmental Sciences Department at Texas A&M University-Commerce invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2020. We seek candidates in the area of molecular biology that will complement current strength in cancer biology, stem cell biology, physiology, and environmental science. Specific experiences in various molecular biology technologies and therapeutics development are highly desirable.

The Texas A&M University-Commerce embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. We welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicity, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

The successful candidate will teach molecular biology, pharmacology, and other related biology courses. Additional teaching responsibilities will depend on the candidate’s interest and expertise. The candidate is also expected to mount an independent research program in the area of molecular biology that involves both graduate and undergraduate students.

In addition to teaching, candidates are expected to participate in service to the department and the college, which may include curricular development, undergraduate advising, and graduate advising.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain funded research program
• Attract and mentor both graduate and undergraduate students

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Advising students
• Preparing syllabi
• Updating course materials
• Developing curriculum
• Delivery of instruction both online and on any of the university campuses. Instructional duties may include teaching during the day, in the evening, or on Saturday
• Working collaboratively with faculty and staff to implement departmental programs
• Providing service to the department, college, university and public schools, and community
• Continual learning to stay current with research, best practices in teaching, and technological applications in the classroom, including online teaching

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology or Developmental Biology

• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Preference will be given to candidates with research experience utilizing CRISPR-Cas9 system. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Commitment to high quality teaching. Dedication to high standards and student success.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None

• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Prior teaching and student mentoring experience are preferred.

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 committed to diversity.