The Department of Biology at Central Michigan University seeks applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2025.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can support our new undergraduate program in Biotechnology by teaching lower- and upper-level courses and participate in one or more of our interdisciplinary graduate programs: Biochemistry, Cell & Molecular Biology (BCMB), Earth and Ecosystem Sciences (EES), and/or the Biology master’s program. We invite applications from candidates whose research and teaching strengths and experiences will also contribute to our undergraduate programs in Biomedical, Cellular, and Molecular Biology (BCM), and/or in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology (EEC).
All areas of research expertise that can complement our existing faculty and programs in the CMU Department of Biology will be considered. Researchers at CMU have access to a microscopy and imaging facility with confocal and electron microscopes, flow cytometry, and BSL2 facilities. CMU also maintains a greenhouse, vivarium facilities, field sites, and a biological research station. Opportunities for collaboration exist within the Dept. of Biology and across the university, including with faculty in the College of Medicine and in the Dept. of Chemistry and Biochemistry. As our College of Science and Engineering continues to grow and invest in innovation, we are excited to announce this opportunity, as well as other available faculty positions within our college, including a position in biochemistry.
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D., and relevant postdoctoral experience is preferred. In addition, applicants must demonstrate: 1) the potential to establish and maintain a vigorous research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students with the capacity to attract extramural funding, 2) potential for outstanding teaching, 3) effective communication skills, and 4) the ability to foster an inclusive and equity-centered teaching, learning, mentoring, and research environment where all can thrive. Competitive startup funds and modern laboratory space in the recently built CMU Biosciences building will be provided.
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community. The search committee members represent the breadth of teaching and research interests in the department and have participated in implicit bias training and/or additional DEIJB training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, regardless of gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disability, or veteran status.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position, CMU Applicant Portal | Biology (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor). If candidates have questions, they can email: biofacultysearch@cmich.edu. Review of candidates will begin December 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
Applications must include: 1) a cover letter, 2) a current CV, 3) a 2-3 page statement of research accomplishments and future plans interests statement, 4) a 1-2 page teaching and mentoring philosophy, 5) a 1-2 page statement addressing your experience with, and plans for, engaging our diverse student body and contributing to CMU’s commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (upload under ‘Other Document (1)’), and 6) names and contact information for three references.
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