What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences position at Fort Hays State University?
Department
Biological Sciences
Job Posting Title
Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Job Description
The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking applicants for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position to start Fall 2025.
The ideal candidate will have a broad background in physiology and actively contribute to ensuring our students develop a comprehensive and integrative foundation in biology. The core teaching assignment for this position is Anatomy and Physiology courses for biology and allied health majors, and Introductory Biology courses for majors and non-majors. In addition to the core teaching responsibilities, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and teach courses in their area of specialty that complement our current offerings and fulfill departmental needs. Individuals with discipline-based education research and / or assessment experience are encouraged to apply. The typical teaching load for this position is 12 credit hours during each of the spring and fall semesters. While most biology courses are offered in-person this position may also involve teaching courses and labs online. Candidates must have a strong desire to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor undergraduate and M.S. graduate research, and contribute to departmental and university service. There will also be opportunities to develop outreach and community engagement activities. FHSU and the Department of Biological Sciences are committed to building an environment that is inclusive of our students and state.
APPLICATION PROCESS : To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Qualified candidates must submit a single PDF that includes the following.
- A cover letter highlighting the candidate's qualifications to teach the core courses listed in the job description and mentor undergraduate and graduate research.
- A CV listing teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and service experiences.
- Contact information for three professional references.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
RANK : Assistant Professor
APPOINTMENT DATE : August 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE : Screening of applications will begin March 11, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. To guarantee full consideration, applicants should apply by March 10, 2025.
BENEFITS : To review out competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact :
Name : Michael Gruenstaeudl
Email : m_gruenstaeudl@fhsu.edu
Phone : 785-628-5264
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT :
The Department of Biological Sciences has 16 full-time faculty positions representing the disciplines of anatomy, physiology, botany, ecology, microbiology, molecular biology, physiology, and zoology. The department offers B.S. and M.S. degrees in biology. Graduate teaching assistants facilitate undergraduate labs; additional graduate assistantships are available through the Sternberg Museum of Natural History, the Kansas Wetlands Education Center, and donor-supported research fellowships. In the department, several colleagues with research interests in the biomedical sciences are supported by K-INBRE funding (https : / / www.k-inbre.org / ). Available departmental research resources include microbiology and molecular biology research equipment, extensive aquatic and terrestrial sampling equipment, excellent computing and GIS facilities, outstanding technical support, large museum collections for plants, insects, and vertebrates, a tract of native prairie, a greenhouse, and other related resources. The department is housed in Albertson Hall, which includes technologically enhanced classrooms and laboratories. We are one of the only regional institutions to teach a Human Anatomy course with eight cadavers. The department employs a full-time lab coordinator, an office manager, and a half-time greenhouse manager.
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination - Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check : Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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