Assistant Professor of Biology Education

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Biology Education

Job Posting Number

202363TTL

Job Location

San Marcos

Department

Biology

Position Description

The Department of Biology at Texas State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position specializing in biology education .
The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Develop an externally funded research program within the general field of Biology Education involving graduate students
• Publish original research in peer-reviewed research journals
• Teach both graduate and undergraduate courses in the Department of Biology
• Provide service (e.g., committee membership) within the university community

The Biology Department at Texas State University is a large, multidisciplinary department with 50 faculty members engaging in innovative research ranging from aquatic resources, cell/molecular biology, microbiology, physiology, genetics, and animal behavior to ecology, evolution, and biogeography, including science education and human dimensions. Department members have access to seven university-owned, impressive properties, including the 3,500-acre Freeman Ranch and The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment.

Founded in 1899 as a normal school, Texas State University is a doctoral-granting university located in San Marcos, a city of about 65,000 residents situated in the beautiful Central Texas Hill Country, 30 miles south of Austin and 48 miles north of San Antonio. Additional information about Texas State University and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu .

All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in the Biological Sciences (or related field) or earned Ph.D. in Science Education, Biology Education, Curriculum and Instruction (or related field) with a Master’s in Biology (or related field).
• Completion of a minimum of 18 hours of graduate coursework in biological sciences

Preferred Qualifications

• A record of publications in biology education research
• A record of externally funded research
• A record of interdisciplinary collaboration
• Evidence of teaching experience and accomplishment at the postsecondary level, particularly teaching pre-service biology teachers/faculty
• Experience mentoring students conducting biology education research projects

Application Procedures

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by April 4, 2023. Interested applicants should submit the following materials:
1. Letter of application addressing qualifications listed;
2. Statement describing:
a) Research program goals
b) Teaching philosophy
3. Current CV;
4. Unofficial transcripts;
5. PDFs of up to five relevant publications; and
6. Contact information for five individuals willing to serve as references.

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/41804 .

Questions regarding this position should be addressed to kristydaniel@txstate.edu, (512) 245-7208, Texas State University, 601 University Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666.

Proposed Start Date

Fall 2023

Posting Date

02/23/2023

Evaluation of Applications Begins

Full Consideration Date:

04/04/2023

Close Date

04/04/2023

Open Until Filled?

No

EEO/AA Statement

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Faculty and Academic Resources for assistance at FacHiringFR@txstate.edu . A representative from Faculty and Academic Resources will respond to you as soon as is possible.

Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Quick Link
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/41804
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Letter of Application
2. Statement of Research and Goals
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
6. Examples of Recent Publications #4
7. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. DD 214/DD1300
3. Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • InsightintoDiversity.com
   • Texas Workforce Commission-Work in Texas
   • Colleague, friend, and/or personal referral
   • Other (Please Specify in follow up question below)
2. * Please Specify: (enter 'NA' if not applicable)
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Official transcripts are required for all degrees that provide evidence of a faculty member's credentials and qualifications. Foreign/International transcripts for all degrees must undergo a credentialing evaluation for U.S. equivalency by an organization that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If selected for hire, I will provide official transcripts and/or evaluations for all degrees earned.
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have either: An earned Ph. D in the Biological Sciences (or a related field) or An earned Ph. D in Science Education, Biology Education, Curriculum & Instruction (or related field) with a Master's in Biology (or related field).
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Have you completed a minimum of 18 hours of graduate coursework in biological sciences?
   • Yes
   • No