Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology

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Description

The Biology Department at Hobart and William Smith Colleges invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor to begin August 2024 or January 2025. This is a full-time, one-year position with a teaching load of six courses over two semesters, which typically entails two classes with associated labs and two lecture-only classes. The appointment has the possibility for renewal contingent on successful annual review and ongoing curricular needs. Teaching responsibilities will include an introductory biology course tailored for non-majors and upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. 

Qualifications

We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in cell biology, neurobiology, or behavior, but will consider candidates from any area of biology.  Candidates with a Ph.D. in an appropriate field are strongly preferred, but A.B.D. with teaching experience will be considered.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three confidential professional references, a 1-2 page statement summarizing their inclusive teaching philosophy, experience, and potential courses they could teach, and a one-page statement summarizing their research interests via Interfolio. Review of applications will begin April 26 and continue until the position is filled.