Job Title

Assistant Professor - Biological Science

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 the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents.

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• 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.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance 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.

If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu

SUMMARY:

The Assistant Professor in Assistant Professor in Biological Science (Molecular and structural biology) is responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate biology courses, conducting original research in the area specified below, and providing service.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (15 or less):

• Develop and maintain funded research program
• Attract and mentor both graduate and undergraduate students
• Develop graduate classes in their area of expertise.
• 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 Biological Science
• Research Area: Molecular biology, Structural biology, and Computational Biology
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Scholarly publication record or demonstration of scholarly potential in the research area listed above. 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. The position requires teaching courses in the area of developmental biology and molecular biology. Successful and effective prior teaching experience/record is important.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Student mentoring and academic advising experience are preferred. Prior faculty experience in 4-yr universities is also 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.