ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCYAssistant Professor of BiologyABOUT THIS POSITIONSummary: The Department of Biological Sciences at Colorado Mesa University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning in August 2025.We seek applications from candidates from a broad range of fields within vertebrate anatomy and physiology and welcome all applicants with a passion for undergraduate teaching. Candidates whose area of expertise is complementary to the existing strengths of the department will be given special consideration.Teaching responsibilities will include human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and introduction to biology for majors. Depending upon expertise, there is also potential for the new hire to teach anatomy at the 400 and 500 level and upper-division courses within the candidate's specialty.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.Other related duties may be assigned.
- Effectively teach 12 credit hours of biology lecture and laboratory courses per semester.
- Conduct scholarship in the discipline that involves undergraduate students.
- Serve the department, university, community, and profession.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience teaching college-level biology courses.
- Postdoctoral experience.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate researchers.
Salary: $58,000.00 - 60,000.00.Commensurate with education and experience.Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!Department: Colorado Mesa UniversityEmployment Type: Tenure-Track FacultyHOW TO APPLYApplication Deadline: Open Until Filled. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11/22/2024 when review begins.How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information.In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of teaching interests and philosophy.
- Statement of research interests; listing research interests, experience, and potential projects that involve undergraduates.
- Include the name, phone number, email address, and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional references may also include current or former employers, colleagues, or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
- Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document). Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Direct Inquiries Contact: Paul Hampton, ...@coloradomesa.eduABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITYColorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting.In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community.To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment.Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility.Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body.Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment.To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email.You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.