Assistant Professor in Biology

The Department of Natural and Physical Sciences at Graceland University invites applications for a one-year position, with the possibility of conversion to a tenure track position. The position is at the assistant professor level and begins August 2023. The candidate should have a PhD in biology or a closely related field at the time of appointment and should have the experience/ability to teach Human Anatomy. Candidates with an MS degree will only be considered for a non-tenure track assistant professor term position. Preference will be for candidates with expertise in an area with direct applications to pre-health/pre-medicine, such as physiology, molecular genetics, bioinformatics, biochemistry, or another area that complements current biology faculty (cell biology/pharmacology and plant biology/ecology).

Duties include teaching courses for science majors (e.g., Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, etc.) including laboratories, teaching courses for the general education program, and some laboratory preparation/equipment maintenance. Other duties include, but are not limited to, mentoring senior research projects, advising students, continued professional development, serving on department and university committees, helping to recruit prospective students, and providing other service to the university.

Doctorate preferred; ABD considered. Doctorate required for promotion and tenure.

Start date: August 2023.

Applicants should submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and a list of at least three professional references with contact information to: Dr. Mary Shawgo, Chair of Natural and Physical Sciences Department, Graceland University, 1 University Place, Lamoni, IA, 50140. Electronic submissions are encouraged; please use the form below or email to mshawgo@graceland.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employment has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Graceland University, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, creed, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic by law.

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