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Rowan University Job Announcements
Position Announcement Position: Assistant Professor, Biology (tenure-track), College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Department: Biological Sciences Description: This position is for a person with a specialty in Cell Biology. This faculty member will have expertise in some aspect eukaryotic cell biology, including cell physiology, developmental biology, cell-ECM interactions, cytogenetics, immunology, signal transduction, cell communication, or other cell biology subfields. The faculty member will participate in the department's new introductory sequence for majors, specifically an introductory cell biology course, as well as teach upper-level courses related to his or her expertise. The faculty member will be expected to maintain an active and productive research program that involves undergraduates. Active participation in departmental and University affairs is also expected. Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in the field of cell biology or a related discipline and an on-going productive research program is required. A strong interest in, and commitment to, excellence in undergraduate education is required. Previous college teaching experience is desirable. Starting Date: September 1, 2010 Salary: Competitive General Info: The Department of Biological Sciences serves over 400 Biology majors. Programs offered include a B.S. degree in biology, a minor in biology, and concentrations in Environmental Studies and Pre-Medicine. Rowan University recently announced that, in conjunction with Cooper Hospital, it will be establishing a new medical school in Camden, with the first class starting in 2013. The department's atmosphere reflects the invigorating environment at Rowan University which is a vibrant, comprehensive state institution with a present enrollment of over 11,000 students. The university is located in a suburban, residential setting in southern New Jersey and is less than 20 miles from Philadelphia. All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations. Rowan University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Contact: The applicant should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of past research and future plans for research at Rowan University, contact information for three references, and a copy of graduate transcripts. Send information by December 15, 2009 to: Dr. Luke Holbrook, Chair Department of Biological Sciences Rowan University 201 Mullica Hill Road Glassboro, NJ 08028-11701 e-mail: holbrook@rowan.edu |
