Assistant Professor of Biology - Mammalogy or Animal Science

Assistant Professor of Biology - Mammalogy or Animal Science 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Title: Assistant Professor of Biology - Mammalogy or Animal Science Location: UNG - Gainesville Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 291028 About Us Located in the fastest‑growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800‑member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia invites applications for a ten‑month, full‑time, tenure‑track position as Assistant Professor of Biology. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses such as majors or non‑majors' introductory biology, organismal classes such as vertebrate zoology and mammalogy, and possibly agriculture courses including, but not limited to, animal production, food production, or other special topics in agriculture. Responsibilities Expectations for this position are that 60% of the workload is dedicated to teaching and that 40% is divided between service and scholarship/professional development. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide range of undergraduate courses in biology or animal science. Responsibilities also include scholarly work involving undergraduates; advising biology or agriculture students; service to the department, university and community; and professional development. The ability to successfully incorporate technology and teach online is highly desirable. Teaching assignments may extend to other campuses. Required Qualifications Ph.D., or terminal degree, at the time of hire in biology, animal science or related discipline. Demonstrated excellence in teaching is essential with preferred experience at the college level. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. Required Documents to Attach Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Transcripts, Teaching Statement, and Research Statement/Plan Contact information for three professional references USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check Position of Trust + Education Special Applicant Instructions If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course‑by‑course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed