Mount Allison University
Position ID:
Position Title:
Biology
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Sackville, New Brunswick E4L 1E6, Canada
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
finished (2023/01/09, finished 2023/06/15)
Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
The Department of Biology at Mount Allison University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in the biology of plants or other primary producers. The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor and is expected to commence on July 1, 2023, subject to budgetary approval. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. by the time of appointment and have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and research. We welcome candidates who use tools from genetics, bioinformatics, physiology, or other areas to study terrestrial or aquatic primary producers. The successful candidate will contribute to both introductory and upper year Biology courses within their areas of competence. Candidates must provide evidence of ability to work in a collegial and student-centred environment. We seek applicants who value equity, diversity, and inclusion. Applicants must submit a 1-page statement describing their past contributions to, and future goals for, equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching and research. The successful candidate is expected to launch an active and externally funded research program that integrates participation by undergraduate research students. The Biology Department has an intensive research-based undergraduate Honours program, and a graduate program at the M.Sc. level. Faculty have access to a range of internal and external funding opportunities. Mount Allison is surrounded by rich coastal and terrestrial habitats, major rivers and lakes, salt and freshwater marshes, Acadian forest, peatlands, the Bay of Fundy, and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The successful candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with faculty across Biology and cognate departments. Department members also benefit from strong collaborations with government agencies and local stewardship groups. Facilities on campus include a temperature and light controlled glasshouse, controlled environment chambers, two aquatics facilities with both fresh and saltwater capacity, a digital microscopy facility with fluorescent and SEM imaging, an environmental analysis and stable isotope laboratory, communal molecular biology equipment, communal cell culture, and Biosafety Level 2 facilities. More information about the department may be found at www.mta.ca/biology/. Complete applications will include: 1) a cover letter; 2) up-to-date curriculum vitae; 3) statement of teaching interests and philosophy (maximum 2 pages); 4) statement of research plans (maximum 2-3 pages); 5) statement of equity, diversity, and inclusion (as outlined above, maximum 1 page); and 6) the names and contact information of three references. Applications are being managed through Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo?job-306-24129 and should be submitted to that site, not by email. Questions should be directed to: Dr. Diana Hamilton Chair of the Search Committee Department of Biology Mount Allison University dhamilton@mta.ca Review of applications will begin on February 17, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Mount Allison acknowledges, honours, and respects that the land named Sackville, NB is part of the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People who are the historic inhabitants, custodians, and dwellers on the land where our University is built and confirms its commitment to strengthening relationships with all Indigenous people. Mount Allison is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of all other equity seeking groups. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their cover letter.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Teaching Experience and Interests (optional)
- Statement of Equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
)
And anything else requested in the position description.
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