The Department of Biology at Trinity University invites applications for the
Ruth C. and Andrew G. Cowles Professor of Life Sciences in the field of ecology
or evolutionary biology. We seek a nationally-recognized candidate with an
established record of scholarship commensurate with an endowed professorship,
who will continue to pursue a substantive, externally-funded research agenda
that incorporates mentoring of undergraduate students. We are most interested
in candidates who will complement and extend departmental expertise in teaching
and research. The successful candidate will teach both introductory and upper
division courses with a dedication to innovative modern pedagogy. This position
also includes opportunities to contribute to the broader university curriculum
and interdisciplinary programs. The Cowles Professor must have a demonstrated
commitment to improving diversity, inclusion, and equity in undergraduate STEM
education. Salary is commensurate with experience, and the position includes a
supplementary research budget.
Trinity University is a small, private, independent liberal arts and sciences
university recognized for excellence in teaching and high impact undergraduate
research. The university curriculum
(https://new.trinity.edu/academics/pathways-trinity-curriculum) and strategic
plan
(https://strategicplan.trinity.edu/sites/strategicplan.trinity.edu/files/trinity-tomorrow-strategic-plan.pdf)
highlight these priorities. The Department of Biology
(https://new.trinity.edu/academics/departments/biology), located in Trinity’s
state-of-the-art Center for Sciences and Innovation, consists of 13 highly
collaborative faculty. The department serves majors in Biology, Neuroscience,
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Environmental Studies. Trinity is
located in San Antonio, a large, vibrant, cosmopolitan city in south central
Texas. The city’s cost of living is relatively low for a major metropolitan
area. More information on San Antonio can be found at
http://visitsanantonio.com/.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of
teaching philosophy, research plan, statement of commitment to diversity and
inclusion, and names and contact information of three references to
biol...@trinity.edu. Please direct any inquiries about the position to the
committee chair, Kelly Lyons (kly...@trinity.edu). Evaluation of applications
will begin January 15, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. All
offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check.
Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Trinity
University is an equal opportunity employer, and as such provides equal
opportunity for employment and advancement of all employees without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military/veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any status
protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws.
