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Careers in the Plant SciencesAssistant Professor of BiologyPacific Lutheran University - Tacoma, WA, United States
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Biology
Position Type:
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Application Review Begins:
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Application Deadline:
Monday, October 14, 2024
Institution:
Pacific Lutheran University
Department/Division:
Biology
Field (e.g., systematics):
Ecology and/or Conservation Biology
City:
Tacoma, WA, United States
General Information:
The Department of Biology at Pacific Lutheran University invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning September 1, 2025. The successful applicant will be a plant biologist with expertise in ecology and/or conservation biology. The position carries a teaching load of 6 courses per year with both lecture and lab sections counting toward that total. In addition, they will provide oversight of the greenhouse and herbarium in collaboration with the laboratory manager. The individual’s annual teaching responsibilities may include involvement in the general biology sequence, non-majors Introductory Ecology, as well as upper division courses in ecological and botanical topics complementary to the candidate’s area of expertise. Geospatial skills are desirable. Opportunities may also exist to teach and/or mentor in the Environmental Studies interdisciplinary program.
We are looking for an individual who identifies first and foremost as an educator and is dedicated to using effective and inclusive teaching methods and practices. Our students come from various backgrounds with different values and beliefs. Many of them are first-generation college students, non-traditional students, students of color, and LGBTQ students. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who can facilitate discussions across diverse perspectives and who share our commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in their teaching approaches.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Ph.D. in biology or related discipline with a preference in ecology and/or conservation biology. ABD will be considered, but Ph.D. must be in hand by September 1, 2025.
Knowledge of greenhouse and/or herbarium management, and geospatial skills is preferred.
Responsibilities:
Teach assigned courses at the undergraduate level, which includes upper division courses; hold regular student hours and attend regular department meetings.
Application Instructions (submission methods, etc.):
Applicants should submit an application via PLU's online employment system that includes the following:
1) Cover letter 2) CV 3) Statement of teaching philosophy in which you describe your goals for student learning, the methods you use to help students achieve them, and how you assess student learning. This statement should explicitly address how you will create an inclusive learning environment that is attuned to diversity and equity. 4) Statement of research interests 5) Names and contact information for three references.
Web Link:
https://employment.plu.edu/postings/8244
Compensation Range:
$60,000 -$65,000
Contact Name:
Matt Smith, Chair of Biology, smithmf@plu.edu
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