Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology

Jackson State University, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Jackson, MISSISSIPPI
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Position Details
Position Information


Posting Number F00366P
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology
Department Biology
FLSA
Salary Not listed
Grant Funded Yes
Location Main Campus
Faculty, Staff, Admin or Student Non Tenured
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired start date 02/01/2024
Position Summary
The Department of Biology in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology at Jackson State University invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology.

Qualifications


Minimum Required Education
Must have a Ph.D. in Environmental Science or a closely related area.
Minimum Required Experience
  • Research experience in remote sensing and geographical information systems as applied to coastal and marine ecosystems management. Preferred areas of research include, but not limited to coastal and marine ecology, wetland ecology, environmental restoration, environmental systems, natural resources management, and environmental impact assessment and management.
  • Applicants with post-doctoral experience in remote sensing and geographical information systems applied to coastal and marine ecology, ecosystems dynamic and environmental management, and a proven research and grantsmanship record is a major plus.
Minimum Required Licenses and/or Certifications
None
Qualifications
Knowledge or remote sensing principles and methods to analyze data, GIS applications, programming, and planning and managing GIS projects.
Skills and Abilities
Please review the Job Duties and Responsibilities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Teach and develop undergraduate and graduate environmental science and related courses in the area of expertise.
  • Train students in relevant areas of environmental science as they apply to the applications of Remote Sensing and GIS to the assessment, monitoring, mapping, and modeling environmental phenomena.
  • Other responsibilities include teaching graduate level courses, advising and mentoring students, and developing and implementing research programs in applications of remote sensing and GIS for environmental studies with focus on wetland, coastal and marine ecosystems.

Posting Detail Information


EEO Statement
Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Background Check Statement
Jackson State University is committed to providing a safe campus. JSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include reference checks, criminal history/record check and when appropriate a credit report or driving history report.
Open Date 01/05/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

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