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Careers in the Plant SciencesTenure Track Faculty of Biology - Framingham State UniversityFramingham State University - Framingham, Massachusetts, United States
Position Title:
Tenure Track Faculty of Biology - Framingham State University
Position Type:
Tenure-Track Professor
Application Review Begins:
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Application Deadline:
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Institution:
Framingham State University
Department/Division:
Biology
Field (e.g., systematics):
City:
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States
General Information:
Qualifications/Requirements:
Location: Framingham, MA Category: Faculty Posted On: Mon Aug 12 2024 Job Description:
The Biology Department at Framingham State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position beginning 01 September 2025. The successful applicant will be broadly trained in the life sciences with specialization in Botany. The candidate should have the ability to teach general biology for majors and non-majors as well as Vascular Plant Taxonomy including field identification of species native to New England and the northeast, and will have the opportunity to develop an upper-level course in their area of specialization. The successful candidate is expected to establish a research program involving undergraduates and participate in our capstone and honors research programs. We seek an enthusiastic teacher-scholar with demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching and a research program that will engage students in our liberal arts college setting. The successful candidate for this position may be eligible for participation in Framingham State University's five-year National Science Foundation (NSF) Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) grant program. This program seeks to increase success in STEM academic careers for faculty who are historically underrepresented minorities, particularly African Americans, Hispanic Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Native Pacific Islanders. Benefits for eligible grant program participants include course reduction and monetary funds for establishing a research agenda, travel support, and cohort activities across three state universities. Eligibility for grant program participation is not a prerequisite for employment consideration for this or any other position at FSU. However, applicants who fit the grant program eligibility criteria are strongly encouraged to apply. Job Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • A doctoral degree in a relevant Life Sciences field • ABD's will also be considered (Degree must be completed by August 31, 2025) • A strong and demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education with the ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and faculty • Ability to connect with and support first generation students and students from groups historically underrepresented in STEM. • Experience with or a demonstrated willingness to participate in teaching, mentoring, research, or service activities that promote the growth of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive academic environment.
Responsibilities:
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Massachusetts State College Association (MSCA) bargaining unit at a faculty rank commensurate with experience and credentials. Salary commensurate with experience in accordance with Appendix O of the MSCA contract. Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions. Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply. PI245282060
Application Instructions (submission methods, etc.):
Apply Online
Compensation Range:
Contact Name:
Human Resources, humanresources@framingham.edu
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