Assistant Professor of Biology (Tenure Track)

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

The Department of Agriculture, Biology, and Health Sciences at Cameron University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in biology at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2025.

The area of expertise for this position is open as the department is interested in attracting broadly trained biologists in order to complement its existing faculty. However, areas of expertise that are of particular interest to the department include but are not limited to microbiology and immunology.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :

Teaching duties will include introductory and advanced microbiology courses with laboratories, and additional lower-level and upper-level courses in the individual's area of expertise.

Faculty members at Cameron University have a 24-hour annual teaching load (12 hours per term) including laboratory instruction. Faculty members are expected to participate actively in academic advising, general education and program assessment, program improvement activities, departmental recruitment and retention efforts, departmental governance, and identified university activities.

Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor requires possession of a Ph.D. or other appropriate terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in biology or in a related area. If not earned by the time of application, the degree must be conferred on or before August 1, 2025. Evidence of successful college-level teaching experience (1-2 years) is desired.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Ph.D. in Biology or related area or terminal degree in a related field; demonstrated successful higher education teaching experience; skill at using a classroom management system and ability to deliver instruction in a variety of formats including online and hybrid courses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Ph.D. in biology or in a closely related area with experience in microbiology; demonstrated successful higher education teaching experience including classroom and laboratory instruction, experience teaching and developing asynchronous (online) and / or hybrid classes and delivering instruction remotely when required.

DEPARTMENT DETAILS :

The department is one of the largest on campus and offers the B.S. in Agriculture degree with options in agribusiness management, agronomy, animal science and general agriculture, along with a B.S. in Biology with options in cell and molecular biology, organismal biology, and medical laboratory science. In addition, the department offers an A.S. in Allied Health Sciences, an A.A.S. in Radiologic Technology, and an A.A.S. in Respiratory Care. The department is housed in the Sciences Complex, which is a 90,000 ft2 facility opened in 1997 that provides classrooms, teaching laboratories, research space, and faculty offices. The department also oversees the operation of the Cameron University Farm, which includes dedicated facilities for instruction in animal science and plant science and greenhouses, along with maintenance and storage facilities. Two new teaching laboratories have been opened at the Cameron University campus in Duncan, OK and these provide laboratory space for teaching biology and chemistry courses that support the A.S. in Allied Health Sciences degree. Additional information about the department and its programs can be found online at https : / / www.cameron.edu / ag-bio-health.

SALARY :

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS :

Cameron University offers a wide variety of comprehensive programs to benefit our employees. We are proud to offer such benefits as paid medical coverage for our employees, ample time off opportunities and employee tuition waiver programs. To view all benefits available to employees, visit : https : / / www.cameron.edu / hr / faculty-benefits-summary.

INSTITUTION :

Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University's Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu / ops.

PROMOTION AND TENURE :

Promotion and tenure require demonstrated experience in teaching effectiveness, scholarship, and service. Teaching effectiveness is demonstrated through multiple means, including but not limited to student evaluations, peer evaluations, course and curriculum development, development or incorporation of innovative teaching approaches / materials, and continued intellectual development. The department embraces scholarship in all of its forms, including the scholarship of discovery, the scholarship of integration, the scholarship of application, and the scholarship of teaching. Development of a program of scholarly study that involves undergraduate students is especially valued. Service includes service and leadership to the department and the university, and service to the public or the profession.

APPLYING :

All applications must be submitted electronically.

Required Documents

• Cover letter that includes availability
• Current CV / Resume
• Transcripts (Unofficial copies are acceptable at this time)
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research interests
• Three professional references (names, addresses and telephone numbers and / or email addresses)

CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Additional information about the department is available online at https : / / www.cameron.edu / ag-bio-health . You may also contact the department chair, Dr. Matt Van Sant, at (580) 581-2349 or at mvansant@cameron.edu.

DEADLINE :

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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