Tenure Track Assistant Professor

POSITION TITLE: Tenure Track Assistant Professor - Department of Biological Sciences

COMPENSATION RANGE: 71,300.00 - 74,000.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Faculty

DEPARTMENT: Biological Sciences

TARGET HIRE DATE: 8/18/2025

BENEFITS: UNC's Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/31/2024.

Position Summary:

This position is a nine-month tenure track,appointment at the Assistant Professor rank in the Department of BiologicalSciences within the College of Natural and Health Sciences. Responsibilitiesinclude teaching (60%), research (20%) and service (20%). The successful candidate will teach microbiologycourses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including design ofaccompanying laboratories and supervision of graduate teaching assistants. The position may include the opportunity forteaching other biology courses as needed and aligned with the incumbent'sexperience. This position includes a dedicated research laboratory space withstart-up. It is expected that the successful applicant will establish amicrobiology research program training undergraduate and graduate students(M.S. and Ph.D.).

Job Duties:

Responsibilities include teaching (60%), research (20%) and service (20%). The successful candidate will teach microbiology courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including design of accompanying laboratories and supervision of graduate teaching assistants. The position may include the opportunity for teaching other biology courses as needed and aligned with the incumbent's experience. This position includes a dedicated research laboratory space with start-up. It is expected that the successful applicant will establish a microbiology research program training undergraduate and graduate students (M.S. and Ph.D.).

MinimumQualifications:This position requires a doctoraldegree in biology or microbiology (or closely related field) and demonstratedexperience in teaching college level biology lectures and/or laboratories. Researchexperience in an area related to microbiology, as evidenced by scholarly works.
PreferredQualifications:Thesuccessful candidate will have potential for excellence in teachingmicrobiology courses with associated laboratories; an ability to design undergraduatelaboratories using modern pedagogy such as CUREs; potential for innovative,learner-centered classroom teaching. The successful candidate will have the potentialto develop a research laboratory in microbiology and postdoctoral experience includinggrant writing. Experience in mentoring students in research and/or teaching. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionis desired.

Target Start Date:August 18, 2025

Contact andApplication Deadline
Screeningof applications will begin on November 1, 2024, and will continue until theposition is filled. Interested persons should apply online at https://www.unco.edu/human-resources/careers-at-unc.aspx and select "Faculty Positions" then choose "Assistant Professor/Tenure Track - Departmentof Biological Sciences." Applicationdocuments to be submitted online are a letter of application/cover letter,curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, research interest, a statement ondiversity, equity, and inclusion, names and contacts of three references, andunofficial graduate school transcripts. Letters of recommendation will berequested for any candidate advancing to the phone interview stage.

Forquestions about the application process, contact Becca Romine, phone:970-351-3899; email: rebbecca.romine@unco.edu. For questions about the position, contact the search chair Dr. PatrickBurns at Partick.burns@unco.edu.

About the Department
Thedepartment offers undergraduate degreesin five biology-related emphasis areas. We also have graduate optionsincluding master's degrees with research thesis and non-thesis options, and aPh.D. program in biological education. Our Ph.D. program offers a uniquetraining environment that blends basic science with pedagogical training. The biology faculty are active in teaching and research in the spirit of thestudent-centered Teacher/Scholar Model. Faculty expertise ranges from molecularbiology to ecology with many research areas in between. Due to our small sizeand typical open-door policy, the biology faculty have close professionalinteractions with undergraduate and graduate students. There are also strongcollaborative traditions within the department and with other programs.

About the College
The College of Naturaland Health Sciences offers bachelor's, master'sand doctoral programs in the natural, health, human and mathematical sciences. Ourstudents benefit from mentoring by faculty who are national and internationalexperts in their fields and from meaningful research opportunities instate-of-the-art facilities. Our graduates leave us with a first-classeducation that has prepared them to contribute to society whether they becomehealth-care providers, educators, scientists, dietitians, speech-languagepathologists, audiologists, sport administrators, rehabilitation counselors,mathematicians, athletic trainers, recreation program managers, public healthpractitioners or work in other public service-oriented fields.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC's commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet's Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC's Career Hub,to learn more about UNC's strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability - to honor the intersectionality of our campus. Please visit UNC's Career Hub to learn more about UNC's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University's policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University's Equal Opportunity Policy.

Federal regulations require that the University of Northern Colorado retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials will not be returned or copied for applicants.

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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