Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences (5103)

Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences (5103)
 

Posting Number: req865
Working 9 months per year
Faculty Tenure Track
College of Science and Engineering
Pocatello - Main

Primary Purpose

Idaho State University's Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a 9-month, full time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Developmental Biology to start August 2020.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will teach a course in developmental biology and other courses in the biology curriculum based on the successful candidate's expertise; develop a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and extramurally-funded research program that enhances and complements the research profile of the Department and University; and provide service to their profession, the University and the Pocatello community.

Minimum Qualifications

• A completed doctorate degree in a field relevant to developmental biology (by August 2020).
• Publication record indicative of the potential to establish and maintain a productive research program using state of the art molecular biology tools and techniques.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collegially.
• College-level teaching experience in the biological sciences, in the classroom and laboratory settings.
• Experience mentoring student researchers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Postdoctoral research experience working with students in a wet lab setting using animal models to investigate developmental biology.
• Experience working within a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
• Success in attracting extramural research funding.
• College-level teaching experience in developmental biology.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and working with students from diverse backgrounds, and a background that enhances diversity of the department's faculty.

Apply online at https://isu.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=865&site=1

Please submit the following documents with your application:
1) A letter of interest that addresses the position criteria and includes a statement of research and teaching interests (maximum of two pages for each); 2) Your current curriculum vitae; and 3) A list of names with contact information for three professional references. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Jack Rose, Chair, Developmental Biology Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID USA (rosewill@isu.edu).

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by November 22, 2019. However, the position will remain open until filled. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Includes a competitive benefits package. Offers of employment may be conditional pending successful completion of a background investigation.

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/fq73v3bpjj5pkwhp

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