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Assistant Professor of Biology - Molecular Genetics
The Department of Biology University of Richmond invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor to join a dynamic department and to strengthen our expertise and course offerings in molecular genetics starting in Fall 2010. Teaching expectations include courses in the introductory major and non-major courses and upper level electives in molecular genetics. A doctoral degree, post-doctoral training, and a record of research productivity are required. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a research program that contributes to our biology and our biochemistry and molecular biology majors, attracts extramural funding, and actively engages undergraduates. Applicants working on questions related to gene regulatory mechanisms are especially encouraged to apply.
Applicants should apply online at http://www.urjobs.org using the Faculty (Instructional/Research) link. Applicants will be asked to supply electronically a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, statement on teaching philosophy and experience, and a statement describing the applicant's research agenda. Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation, including at least one that addresses teaching effectiveness and potential, to be sent electronically to ahill2@richmond.edu or via regular mail to April Hill, Department of Biology, University of Richmond, VA 23173. The review of applications begins November 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.
