Job Description

Assistant Professor Of Biology (Terrestrial Ecology)

R0008967

Tampa

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Position Details

The Department of Biology in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor starting in August 2025.

We seek a colleague with expertise in Terrestrial Ecology to teach an existing Ecology course for departmental majors while also contributing to our introductory biology courses as assigned by the department chair. Area of research expertise is open within the confines of the broader field of Terrestrial Ecology, though preference will be for a candidate capable of offering an additional upper-level course in the area of their expertise to serve the broader population of Biology and Marine-Science-Biology majors.

The successful candidate will have potential for excellence in teaching, a critical area for our teaching-centered, primarily undergraduate institution. Applicants should be eager to create engaging, inclusive learning environments for our diverse student body that emphasize shared learning objectives across a range of subject areas within the biological sciences. Students majoring in the department choose from among a BS or BA in Biology or a major in Marine Science-Biology, along with minors populated by students from across the university. The required teaching load is 12 contact hours per semester with full-credit for time spent in laboratory sections. Tenure-track professors in the Department typically offer courses at the upper-level as well as introductory or general education courses each year.

We expect our colleagues to fully engage with the institution by providing and/or developing expertise that serves the broader needs of the institution as a requirement for earning tenure and promotion. Community and professional service are also valued contributions, particularly where relevant to the discipline. Successful colleagues engage undergraduate students in rich scholarly activities as a means of providing greater depth and opportunity to the educational experience at the university. Faculty members also advise students each semester, providing important guidance for enrollment as well as career advice.

Our most successful colleagues establish an active research program that leads to peer-reviewed publications in respected journals appropriate to their specialty discipline. As a primarily undergraduate teaching institution, we strive to maintain realistic research expectations and value quality over quantity in scholarly output. Start-up funds and research spaces are available but limited relative to research-intensive institutions. As one of the largest departments in the University, ample opportunities exist for collaboration within the department, and our faculty are routinely successful at securing internal grant funds to support this type of research. Research plans should be appropriate for the institutional resources and in the context of other employment expectations. Ideally, at least some of the research should be accessible to undergraduate student involvement, many of whom intend to pursue graduate professional programs in the health professions. Assistance is available to identify external grant sources, grant writing, and additional sources of funding for equipment that cannot be purchased with start-up funds.

Qualifications

PhD preferred (advanced ABD candidates considered), prior teaching and research experience with undergraduates is desirable/expected in candidates whose experiences have allowed these opportunities.

Review of applications will begin immediately with a final deadline of October 18, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Required Attachments

All required documents listed below should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

4. Statement of Research Interest

5. Copy of Graduate/Terminal Transcript

6. Name and Contact Information of References

Reference Letters

Candidates chosen for on-campus interviews will be asked to provide three reference letters from external providers. Please have the reference provider email the reference letter to mailto:Employment@ut.edu to include your name and the position you applied for in the email subject line.

Additional Information

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 11,047 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 25 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 300 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 18 master's programs.

The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers rigorous, high-quality curricula in biology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science, exercise science, public health, allied health, sport management and nursing; all designed to prepare students for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our faculty are excellent teachers in the classroom and working with students individually. UT has invested heavily in developing our college's teaching and research facilities and laboratories. Our college continually fosters relationships with organizations in the greater Tampa Bay area and elsewhere to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see: https://www.ut.edu/academics/college-of-natural-and-health-sciences.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

External Field

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5635602.

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