Assistant Professor of Biology

Assistant Professor Of Biology

The Department of Mathematics, Sciences and Technology in the School of Arts and Sciences at Paine College located in Augusta, Georgia invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Biology. Paine College is a private institution steeped in the tenets of Methodism that provides a liberal arts education of the highest quality. The College emphasizes academic excellence, ethical and spiritual values, social responsibility, and personal development to prepare spiritually centered men and women for positions of leadership and service.

The Department of Mathematics, Sciences and Technology is seeking qualified candidates for a tenure-track position of the rank of Assistant Professor of Biology.

Full-time teaching (15 semester credits) of undergraduate courses which may include evening, weekend and/or on-line courses. The courses include cell biology, plant physiology and principles of biology. The candidate should have teaching experience at the college level. Other responsibilities include serving on college committees, advising students, supervising undergraduate student research projects and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Previous collegiate teaching experience is desired.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Strong interpersonal skills with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.

Rank and salary is competitive and commensurate with professional experiences, ten-month position with potential for summer employment.

Ten-month appointment to begin July 29, 2021.

To apply, complete an application for employment online. Submit the following materials to apply for the position(s): Letter of interest that details the applicant's expertise and outlines the applicant's qualifications for the position; curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and all unofficial transcripts from institutions of higher education attended by the applicant. If hired, official transcripts must be submitted within one (1) month of hire.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Note: If hired, the successful candidate will be asked to sign a Certification Statement indicating that they have read, understand, and will respect the Biblical Foundation Statement and the Christian Philosophy of Education Statement of Paine College.