Visiting Professor of Biology

Southern Nazarene University (SNU) is seeking a Visiting Professor of Biology to join the Department of Biology at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor. The successful candidate will contribute to the department's environmental science major by teaching field biology and environmental science courses, including general ecology, environmental sustainability, comparative vertebrate anatomy, and others related to their research or specialty.

• Primary teaching responsibilities include:
  • Teaching field biology and environmental science courses, contributing to the department's environmental science major.
  • Conducting research projects in Costa Rica that involve undergraduate students.
• Other responsibilities include:
  • Serving as the SNU representative to the Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies.
  • Student advising.
  • SNU committee service.

• A strong personal Christian commitment and commitment to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ-centered community.
• An understanding of the importance of diversity, inclusion, and equity.
• A Master's degree in biology or a related field to suit the position's teaching responsibilities.
• A commitment to pursuing academic excellence and enthusiasm about interacting with students.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in a Christian liberal arts university in the Wesleyan tradition.

• A Ph.D. in biology or a related field.
• Teaching and post-doctoral research experience.
• Demonstrated field research.
• Aptitude for using online technology to facilitate learning.