Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology

Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology

Job Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology

Agency
Texas A&M International University

Department
Dept, Biology & Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Laredo, Texas

Job Type
Faculty

Job Description

The Biology and Chemistry Department at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) seeks to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology for the 2024-2025 academic year. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about teaching and service. Visiting Assistant Professors at TAMIU receive a standard load of 15 credit hours a semester which may be reduced contingent upon needs and approvals. This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace. Biology and Chemistry is searching for candidates who have a robust commitment to hands-on undergraduate biology education.

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is a comprehensive regional university and part of The Texas A&M University System. Poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community, it is also a designated Hispanic-serving institution (HSI). TAMIU is a growing university of over 8,000 students and is home to five colleges/schools: the College of Arts and Sciences, the A. R. Sanchez, Jr. School of Business, the College of Education, the College of Nursing and Health Sciences with its Dr. F. M. Canseco School of Nursing, and University College. For more information, visit www.tamiu.edu.

We offer competitive salaries and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and life insurance. Additional pay is available for summer teaching and contingent on enrollment. Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences, is also provided. Moving expenses are covered in whole or in part by the university.

Required Qualifications:

Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. Degree in Biology, or a related discipline. The research specialty is open, however a background in evolution would be beneficial. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Experience as a teaching assistant will be considered.

Application Process:

The first review of applications will be on August 01, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. The completed employment application must include:

• A letter of interest that addresses the candidate's qualifications for the position, including their teaching interests, experience, and philosophy;
• Current curriculum vitae;
• A statement of teaching experience and philosophy;
• Unofficial transcripts;
• Names and contact information of at least three current professional references

Applications must be submitted online at https://employment.tamiu.edu. For more information, you can contact Dr. Michael Kidd at michael.kidd@tamiu.edu or 956-326-2585.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process, you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files.

Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.


To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMIU_External/job/Laredo-TX/Visiting-Assistant-Professor-of-Biology_R-075798





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