Assistant Professor Of Biology

West Texas A&M University

Canyon, Texas, US
Commensurate; not specified; comprehensive health ...
Ph.d. in biology or related field
Teaching 9 adjusted contact hours per semester
Demonstrated research publication record
The position is a tenure-track role at West Texas A&M University focusing on microbiology with a split of 65% teaching, 30% research, and 5% service

Job Summary

  • The position is a tenure-track role at West Texas A&M University focusing on microbiology with a split of 65% teaching, 30% research, and 5% service.
  • Candidates are expected to attract and secure extramural funding while publishing in genuine peer-reviewed journals.
  • The university offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings, and 13-15 paid holidays.

Matching Summary

The position is a tenure-track role at West Texas A&M University focusing on microbiology with a split of 65% teaching, 30% research, and 5% service.

Salary

Commensurate; Not specified; Comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Biology or related field
  • Teaching 9 adjusted contact hours per semester
  • Demonstrated research publication record
  • Experience securing extramural funding
  • Competency in undergraduate and graduate teaching

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring student research projects
  • Leadership in pre-medical program direction
  • Collaborative research with external agencies
  • Ability to develop new course offerings

Key Requirements

  • Earned Ph.D. from accredited institution (ABD not accepted)
  • Documentation of funding awards and amounts
  • Full citations of peer-reviewed publications
  • Willingness to teach General Biology and Microbiology

Work Rights

Not specified

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