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Assistant Professor of Biology - Epidemiology
The Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track position in epidemiology at the assistant professor level, beginning fall 2010.
We seek an individual who uses mathematical modeling or statistical methods to investigate aspects of epidemiology including, but not limited to, infectious disease, molecular epidemiology, environmental health or public health. Prior teaching experience and a dynamic research program that would actively engage undergraduates and attract extramural funding is desired. Teaching expectations include introductory courses, upper level electives, and interdisciplinary teaching associated with our Integrated Quantitative Science minor.
Applicants should apply online at http://www.urjobs.org using the Faculty (Instructional/Research) link. In addition the application, applicants will be asked to supply electronically a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, statement on teaching philosophy and experience, a statement describing the applicant's research agenda, and pre-prints/reprints. Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation, including at least one that addresses teaching effectiveness and potential, to be sent electronically to psmallwo@richmond.edu or via regular mail to Peter Smallwood, Department of Biology, University of Richmond, VA 23173. The review of applications begins October 15, 2009.
The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body and to being an inclusive community. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to these goals. For more information on the department, resources, and teaching assignment, visit the department's Web site.
Department of Biology: The Gottwald Center for the Sciences houses the Departments of Biology, Chemistry and Physics and had an extensive renovation/expansion of laboratory and teaching facilities completed in 2005. Approximately 50 biology majors graduate each year, many of whom go on to attend top graduate and medical schools. The department offers courses and research opportunities in the areas of cell and molecular biology, developmental biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, immunology, invertebrate biology, microbiology, neurobiology, and organismal biology. There is also a concentration in Neuroscience, a major in Environmental Studies, and a major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Our Director of Pre-Health Education advises students interested in health-related careers. Four Laboratory Directors are responsible for laboratory preparation and teaching of some non-majors biology courses, as well as assisting with our introductory biology courses. A full-time Director of Biological Imaging manages our microscopy suite (SEM, TEM, and confocal microscopes). The university also maintains an animal facility, greenhouse and herbarium, DNA sequencer, and equipment related to computer imaging technology, PCR, digital gel documentation, etc., which are available for student and faculty use. On campus field sites including Westhampton Lake and Westhampton Woods are available for class or personal research projects. In addition, the University is near a diversity of habitats, including the James River, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the Atlantic Ocean.
