Assistant Professor Of Biology

West Texas A&M University

Canyon, TX, United States
Proposed minimum salary: commensurate; benefits: c...
Plant taxonomy and botany expertise
Conduct research in plant biology
Publish in peer-reviewed journals
This tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Biology (Plant Biologist) at West Texas A&M University includes responsibilities in teaching (65%), research (35%), and service (5%)

Job Summary

  • This tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Biology (Plant Biologist) at West Texas A&M University includes responsibilities in teaching (65%), research (35%), and service (5%).
  • The successful candidate is expected to conduct research in plant biology/ecology, attract and secure extramural funding, and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Teaching duties will include existing or new courses, particularly related to plant taxonomy and botany, at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Matching Summary

This tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Biology (Plant Biologist) at West Texas A&M University includes responsibilities in teaching (65%), research (35%), and service (5%).

Salary

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate; Benefits: comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, optional retirement savings opportunities, paid leave programs, 13-15 paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Plant taxonomy and botany expertise
  • Conduct research in plant biology
  • Publish in peer-reviewed journals
  • Attract extramural funding
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring student research
  • Developing collaborative research
  • Community educational programs
  • Building teamwork skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Biology or related area
  • Minimum of 9 ACH/semester teaching load
  • Experience in seeking/obtaining funding
  • Excellent communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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