Endowed Chair, Biology Department

Notre Dame of Maryland University is seeking a visionary biological sciences research scholar for the newly developed Dr. Mary Kay Shartle Galotto 64 Endowed Chair in the Biological Sciences. The chair is endowed in honor of Dr. Mary Kay Shartle Galotto 64, who dedicated her career in education and higher education administration to advancing the lives of her students by providing opportunities for hands-on experiences and lifelong learning. The ideal candidate will have an established reputation for scholarship, research, and teaching. 

The School of Arts, Sciences, & Business (SASB) seeks a broadly trained candidate who is a leader in both teaching and research. The candidates research may focus on any topic in biology that can actively involve undergraduate student researchers; candidates with experience in bioinformatics are encouraged to apply. The position includes teaching in his or her area of expertise, as well as establishing and maintaining an extramurally funded research program. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of supporting underrepresented biology students through pedagogy, research involvement, research topics, and/or mentorship. Student advising, and service to the department, the school, and the University will be expected.

Evidence of extramurally funded research and a consistent publication history are required, and a history of involving undergraduates in independent research is preferred. The position also expects grant-writing effort for the individuals own research, departmental research endeavors, and also undergraduate research programming across STEM departments. A willingness to develop collaborations with non-profits, federal or state agencies, and/or entrepreneurial experience should be demonstrated; there is a preference for candidates with established relationships. The position requires a Ph.D. in a relevant biological discipline, a commitment to excellent teaching, and experience teaching at the college level. The position is at the rank of Associate or full Professor, tenured/tenure-track, carries a 12-month appointment, and reports to the Dean of the School of Arts, Sciences and Business.

Candidates should provide a curriculum vitae, names, and contact information of three references; a statement of teaching philosophy; a Diversity Equity and Inclusion statement; and a scholarship/research statement. All materials must be submitted through Interview Exchange. Review of applications will begin in August 2022 and continue until the position is filled.

Notre Dame of Maryland University is located in northern Baltimore. Founded in 1895, the University is grounded in a mission to educate leaders to transform the world and build inclusive communities through service and social responsibility. The School of Arts, Sciences and Business provides a strong foundation for leaders who think, solve, and serve. 

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