Assistant Professor of Biology

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: about 2 years ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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General Information


Position Number 006132
Working Title Assistant Professor of Biology
Classification Title 9-Mo Tenure-Track/ Tenured Faculty
College Col Liberal Arts & Science (Col)
Department Biological Sciences
Position Designation Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per year 9
Primary Purpose of Department
To achieve its vision, the Department of Biological Sciences has set as its mission several inter-related goals: 
• To advance the frontiers of knowledge through innovation and research in the biological sciences; 
• To facilitate the development of scientists in the guidance of our bachelor, master’s, and doctoral Biology students, and in the training of post-doctoral fellows. 
• To increase scientific literacy, foster an appreciation of scientific inquiry, and develop well-informed citizens by providing general education in Biology to the student population; 
• To participate in the University-wide academic community through interdisciplinary collaborations, programs, and curricula; 
• To contribute to local, national, and international scientific communities through collaborations and service activities that promote education and dissemination of information; 
• To contribute to the community by collaborating with public, nonprofit, private, and industry partners in the Charlotte metropolitan area and the State of North Carolina. 
The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences advances the ethical discovery, dissemination, and application of knowledge and creativity, and – by building the academic programs for tomorrow – educates students to be informed, critical thinkers, and competent communicators, to work successfully in a world of increasing diversity and change, and to be engaged citizens in a global society.
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Description of Work

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Tenured and Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate goals.
Teaching, Advising, Curriculum and Instructional Development – Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, advising and consultation, directing student research, curriculum and instructional development, and grading student work.
Scholarly Research, Creative, and Other Professional Activities – All tenured and tenure-track faculty are expected to participate in expanding the knowledge base of her/his academic field by conducting research or engaging in other creative activities as appropriate to the faculty member’s discipline. Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to research may include but are not limited to: research/creative activity that generates new knowledge and/or synthesizes and/or integrates existing knowledge, publication, an on-going agenda for research, scholarly, and creative activity, and are expected to seek extramural support for their work.
Service to University, the Public, and the Profession – All tenured and tenure-track faculty are expected to engage in a program of service appropriate to their discipline. Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to service may include but are not limited to: service to the administration and governance of the University, public service, and service to the profession.

To view the complete Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty document visit our website: http://provost.uncc.edu/academic-budget-personnel/handbook/search-committee
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The candidate will have expertise in the diversity and biology of viruses, including the phenotype-genotype relationships between viruses and hosts; special consideration will be given to applicants with expertise in comparative genomics or spatial analyses of viruses.  
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the teaching mission of Biological Sciences through the instruction of undergraduate and graduate courses. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an externally funded research program including students. The successful candidate will benefit from, and be expected to fully participate in, team science efforts in the Center such as cross-disciplinary research, grant writing, joint symposia, and curriculum development.  
 
Minimum Experience/Education

UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
Required qualifications for these positions include a Ph.D. in the biological, computational, or related sciences, excellence in research via a strong publication record, potential to secure extramural funding, as well as a commitment to mentoring and teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The desired qualification is evidence that the candidate has promoted diversity through outreach to the community and has a commitment to working with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
 
Necessary Licenses/Certifications
Special Notes to Applicants
The Department of Biological Sciences (DBS) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Candidates must apply online at http://jobs.uncc.edu, position number #006132. Please provide a cover letter, complete curriculum vita, philosophy statements for research and teaching in an ethnically diverse environment, contact information for three references, and three representative publications.   Please highlight potential contributions to UNC Charlotte and the Bioinformatics Research Center within the statement of research interests. Finalists will be asked during their screening interview to discuss how the topics of diversity and inclusion are incorporated into their teaching and research.  Screening of applications will begin December 1, 2021, and continue until the positions are filled. The expected start date is August 15, 2022.
The candidate chosen for this position will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree and submit to a criminal background check.
As an EOE/AA employer and an ADVANCE institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte encourages applications from all underrepresented groups.  The department and college strongly support student and faculty diversity that includes, but is not limited to, ability/disability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender identity, language, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. 
Job Open Date 11/22/2021
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Review of Applications will Begin 12/01/2021
Proposed Hire Date 08/15/2022
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