Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology, Tenure-Track

3 weeks ago


Lynchburg, United States University of Lynchburg Full time

Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology, Tenure-Track
Job Details
Job Location
University of Lynchburg - Lynchburg, VA
Position Type
Faculty
Education Level
Graduate Degree
Job Shift
Full time
Description
The University of Lynchburg invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in botany or plant biology at the Assistant or Associate Professor level beginning in the 2024-25 academic year. The candidate should demonstrate exceptional potential as a teacher and scholar who can contribute to our undergraduate programs and complement existing departmental strengths. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plant biology and will be able to teach departmentally-designed introductory core major courses, a 200-level course in plant biology, and additional courses in the major core and in the candidate’s area of expertise. In addition, candidates should be able to mentor students in undergraduate research projects.

We seek an individual who is eager to engage in a vibrant, student-centered, collaborative environment that fosters engagement with students, colleagues, and alumni. The Biology Department attracts a diverse array of students, maintains small class sizes, and provides intentional support throughout the students’ time on campus. New students participate in a faculty-student retreat; we host multiple student engagement social events throughout the year; we connect with current and former students at annual university events; and we host an annual senior celebration.

The successful candidate will additionally serve as Curator of the historic Ramsey-Freer Herbarium housed at Claytor Nature Center, the University’s 500-acre field station. Experience with herbarium curation is not required, but the candidate must be willing to learn to fulfill this role. The ideal candidate will be organized, demonstrate attention to detail, be responsive to requests for specimens, and will be an effective communicator.

Located in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Central Virginia, the University of Lynchburg is a private liberal arts university. We seek candidates who are committed to the University’s efforts to create an environment that develops the breadth of knowledge associated with a liberal arts education; respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion; and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners. Candidates will have the opportunity to take advantage of resources provided by the Teaching + Learning Center and the University Research Center and will be eligible to apply for internal funds to support travel, scholarly work, faculty-student research, and professional development.

Specific Job Duties:

Duties include teaching, collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, supervising student research projects, service to the University and community, and engaging in scholarly activity, and curation of the Ramsey-Freer Herbarium at Claytor Nature Center in Bedford, VA.

Teaching responsibilities include courses in the introductory biology for majors sequence, a 200-level plant biology course, and additional courses as needed (e.g., genetics, research methods, plant ecology, sustainable forest management) and depending on the candidate's area of expertise.

Herbarium Curator responsibilities include preservation, maintenance, digital curation, and distribution of herbarium specimens.

Benefits:

Generous sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.

Teaching Load:

The normal teaching load is 12 contact hours per semester (which typically equates to two courses that each include a lecture and a lab).

Physical Demands:

Prolonged periods standing or sitting at a desk.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications/Education:

A PhD in biology, plant biology, botany, or related discipline is required by the start date.

Previous teaching experience is desired.

A primary interest in teaching and mentoring undergraduate research at a liberal arts institution is a must.

A valid driver’s license is required by the start date.

 

Work Remotely:

No



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