Assistant Professor of Biology (Fisheries or Aquatic Biology)
Biology – Tenure Track
Full-Time, Benefited
Position Summary
Minot State University's (MSU) Department of Biology invites applications for a full time, 9-month tenure track faculty position of Assistant Professor of Biology starting in Fall 2024. The applicant will be expected to teach general introductory biology courses, as well as upper-level courses in the applicant's area of expertise. Applicants will also be expected to engage undergraduate students in research activities. The department is well-equipped for both teaching and research. Our resources include a teaching collection of various regional ichthyofauna as well as dedicated individual laboratory space for our new colleague to pursue research. In addition, the department has a backpack electrofishing unit, a jon boat, and a 20’ electrofishing boat that is equipped for nighttime surveys. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in fisheries management, fisheries ecology, aquatic biology, and/or freshwater ecology. Applications will be accepted until position is filled, with review of applications beginning on December 1, 2023.
Responsibilities
MSU is a teaching-focused primarily undergraduate institution with opportunities for research. The applicant is expected to develop and teach lectures/labs and involve undergraduates in research experiences. The applicant is also expected to advise students, to serve the department, university, or the public, as well as produce evidence of scholarly activity. Fisheries or Aquatic biologists who can provide field experiences are particularly encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have earned a Ph.D. in a relevant field by the start date.
Preference Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience that emphasizes experiential opportunities and an established record of research.
Compensation
Competitive compensation package. Benefits package includes partial relocation expenses, employer-paid full family health coverage, retirement plan, and tuition waiver benefits. Opportunities for internal and external funding and support for professional development are often available.
Application Documents
Please submit cover letter, CV, names and contact information for three references familiar with your teaching and/or research, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement of research interests.
Additional Information
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
If you have questions about the position, programs, or Minot State University, please contact:
Bryan Schmidt, Ph.D.
Chair, Division of Science
b.schmidt@minotstateu.edu
The state of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment. According to NDCC 15-10-13.2, all faculty members are required to take an oath (or affirm) to support the constitutions of the United States and North Dakota.
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Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.