Georgia Southern University invites nominations and applications for an
Assistant Professor of Parasitology in the Department of Biology in the
College of Science and Mathematics. Georgia Southern University, classified
as a doctoral/research institution by the Carnegie Foundation for the
Advancement of Teaching, is a member of the University System of Georgia.
As the largest and most comprehensive research institution in southeast
Georgia, the University is a residential campus of more than 20,500
students representing 48 states and 89 nations.
Within this setting, the Department of Biology consists of a diverse
faculty of teacher-scholars involved in a wide spectrum of activities from
molecular to ecological studies on the coastal plain and throughout the
world. The Department provides undergraduate and graduate students with a
challenging education that is research-based and technology-oriented. We
provide a foundation for life-long learning and appreciation of biological
processes and biological diversity through teaching, research and outreach. The
Department of Biology is housed in a new 158,000-square-foot Biological
Sciences Building. Facilities include a 15,000 square-foot animal care and
research support facility, including an insectary, as well as the United
States National Tick Collection, and other teaching and research
collections.
*Position Description*. Reporting to the Chair, the position of Assistant
Professor of Parasitology requires research, teaching, and service
responsibilities as well as a terminal degree in the Biological Sciences or
other relevant field. The successful candidate will develop an externally
funded research program involving eukaryotic parasites and teach
undergraduate and graduate courses. Research that can complement our
department’s integrative program exploring the biology of the Southeastern
coastal plain is especially welcome. The position is a 9-month,
tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate
with qualifications and experience.
*Required Qualifications:*
• Doctorate by 31 December 2015 in the Biological
Sciences or other relevant field
• Demonstrated excellence in research in parasitology
• Potential to attract extramural funding
• Expertise to teach a course in parasitology
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for
the duration of employment without assistance from the institution
*Preferred Qualifications:*
• Post-doctoral experience
Deadline for receipt of applications is October 26, 2015. The preferred
position starting date is August 1, 2016. A complete application consists
of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above, curriculum vitae,
statements of research interests and teaching interests/philosophy, and at
least two letters of reference. Applications *must be sent electronically* as
a single PDF attachment (include applicant name in file name). Letters of
reference in PDF format should be sent separately via e-mail by the
recommenders. Other documentation may be requested. Only complete,
electronically submitted applications will be considered. Finalists will be
required to submit to a background investigation. Applications and
nominations should be sent to:
Dr. Lance A. Durden, Search Chair, Search #67333
Electronic mail: [email protected]
Telephone: 912-478-5591
*More information* about the institution is available through
http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu. Georgia
Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to
working in diverse academic and professional communities and who are
committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service
within the University and beyond. The names of applicants and nominees,
vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public
inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University
is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution. Individuals who
need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search
process should contact the Associate Provost.
John M. Carroll
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
Georgia Southern University
