Faculty, Biology

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Job Title: Faculty, Biology Department: Biology College/Division: College Of Liberal Arts And Sciences Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Job Details: The Department of Biology at Mercer University seeks to hire a tenure-track Faculty of Biology in the broad area of molecular biology. This position is full time as a nine-month faculty position that requires teaching, scholarship, and service. Rank to be determined based on experience and degree. Responsibilities: Responsibilities include teaching five to six courses (21 hours) per academic year at the undergraduate level, including the molecular-based introductory biology course, an intermediate genetics course, and upper division specialty courses according to the applicant’s area of expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will support the work of the department by carrying out biological research with undergraduates, advising students, developing new courses in the discipline, and promoting the Biology Program at regular university events. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue a scholarship of discovery agenda and provide service to the college, university, and academy. Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. degree in Biological Science or related field from an accredited college/university is required. Candidates who have a degree with a strong emphasis in a field related to molecular biology are strongly preferred. Exceptional ABD candidates with a firm completion date before August 1, 2024 will also be considered. We are also interested in applicants who can contribute to our interdisciplinary majors of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and of Neuroscience. A promise of excellence in teaching and scholarly activity in the context of a liberal arts college; interest in research involving undergraduate students; and membership in Phi Beta Kappa are considered added advantages. Additional Information: Mercer University is a private university distinguished by its commitment to teaching, empowering, and inspiring its students to create, discover, and serve. The university offers rigorous programs to more than 9,000 students enrolled in schools of liberal arts and sciences, engineering, music, business, law, pharmacy, medicine, nursing, health professions, education, theology, and professional advancement. Mercer continues to boast a strong enrollment, increasing the incoming first-year class of students by 39% in the past decade. At the same time, the average GPA of incoming students for Fall 2023 was a 4.02 with average standardized test score in the 88th percentile for those who submitted scores. The College, which hosts a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, is dedicated to cultivating intellectual curiosity, respectful dialogue, and responsible citizenry, and affirms the university’s commitment to openness and inclusion and to inspiring students to lives of service. It is located in the historic city of Macon, Georgia, which is the educational, medical, cultural, and commercial hub of Middle Georgia, an hour and a half south of Atlanta. Mercer’s Department of Biology has 16 faculty members, over 300 majors and minors, and offers degrees in Biology, in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and in Neuroscience. For additional information about Mercer University and the Department of Biology, please contact the Chair of the search committee, Dr. Amy Wiles (wiles_am@mercer.edu) or consult the following websites: http://www.mercer.edu https://liberalarts.mercer.edu/academic-programs/majors-and-minors/biology/ https://liberalarts.mercer.edu/academic-programs/majors-and-minors/biochemistry-and-molecular-biology/ https://liberalarts.mercer.edu/academic-programs/majors-and-minors/neuroscience/ Required Documents: Candidates should access http://jobs.mercer.edu to complete a brief online application and attach these required documents: 1) A cover letter of interest, 2) current CV, 3) statement of teaching philosophy including candidate’s approach to teaching a diverse student population while promoting inclusion and equity in the STEM classroom, and 4) a statement of research interests and plans. Finalists will send, upon request, three letters of recommendation and unofficial graduate transcripts with personal information redacted. The successful candidate must also submit official transcripts prior to employment. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Selection of the final candidate is contingent upon a successful background check. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Faculty Math and Sciences EEO Statement: AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. Why Work at Mercer Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid time off, technology discounts and so much more! 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