Location: Kennesaw,GA, USA
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For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 46,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.
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Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
The Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology (EEOB) has a strong commitment to ensuring all members of our community feel like they belong at Kennesaw State University. Faculty and staff in EEOB are committed to instructional excellence and to the success of all our students. EEOB serves over 2,000 undergraduate majors earning the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, and over 100 majors in Environmental Science. We are committed to motivating students, generating a sense of community, and engaging in the College of Science and Mathematics Student Success Initiatives, which have as an imperative fostering success for all students in our programs.
Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Ecology in the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology with a preferred start date of August 1, 2025. This is a nine-month contracted position. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities
Scholarship/Research expectations:
We are seeking an Ecologist working at any level of ecological organization, with a robust research background.
* Successful candidates will establish an extramurally funded research program addressing important questions in the field of ecology and complimenting existing research programs in our college and department (found at
Teaching expectations:
* Teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level is expected, with an emphasis on active and experiential learning. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
* Advising and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students is expected.
Service expectations:
* Participation in professional service within the Department, the College of Science and Mathematics, the University and beyond is expected.
Required Qualifications
* An earned doctorate, or its foreign equivalent, in ecology, biology or a closely related discipline
* A record of peer-reviewed publications (or accepted manuscripts)
Preferred Qualifications
* Postdoctoral experience
* Success in obtaining extramural funding
* Record of teaching at the university level and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
* Candidates working on questions relevant to the Southern US and Georgia as well as candidates who can develop a collaborative and innovative research program that complements the Department's current expertise are particularly encouraged to apply.
Required Documents to Attach
* CV
* Cover Letter
* A Research Statement (2 pages maximum) that outlines applicant's objectives for their research and plans for attracting extramural funding
* A Teaching Statement (2 pages maximum) describing how the applicant would use evidence-based practices to promote student success through teaching and mentoring at KSU
* Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
* Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Apply Before Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by November 1, 2024.
Contact Information
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
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Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
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