MOLECULAR MICROBIAL ECOLOGIST AT MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE. The Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor of Biology with a focus in molecular microbial ecology and preference for research interests involving metagenomics and/or microbiome studies, beginning in fall 2017. Applicants should have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience as well as a demonstrated commitment to excellence in both teaching and research. The successful candidate is expected to teach an Ecology and Evolution course at the introductory level, and an upper level Molecular Ecology course. In accordance with Middlebury’s teaching guidelines, the successful candidate will also teach courses in General Microbiology, Genomics and/or Molecular Genetics, although not all in the same year, and contribute to Middlebury’s First Year Seminar Program and Winter Term course offerings. The successful candidate is also expected to establish an active research program in a supportive, research-active environment that involves undergraduates. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the growing diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, scholarship, and service. Indication of enthusiasm for evidence based pedagogy, mentoring, and advising a diverse population of students is essential.
Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in faculty teaching and research. An Equal Opportunity Employer, the College is committed to hiring a diverse faculty as we work to foster innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our increasingly diverse student body. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability. More details on the position can be found at http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/bio, or by contacting Dr. Grace Spatafora, Molecular Microbial Ecologist Search Committee Chair, Department of Biology, Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT 05753 ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>). Middlebury College uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. At Middlebury, we strive to make our campus a respectful, engaged community that embraces difference, with all the complexity and individuality each person brings. In your application materials we encourage you to address how your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and/or community service might support our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Through Interfolio, candidates are asked to submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, a sample of scholarly work, and three confidential letters of recommendation, at least two of which must speak to teaching ability. More information is available at https://apply.interfolio.com/36496. Application materials must be received by October 15, 2016. All offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check. Information on our background check policy can be found here: http://go.middlebury.edu/backgroundchecks
