Job title: Assistant Professor, Biology (Organismal Zoology)
Company: South Dakota Board Of Regents
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Institution Black Hills State University
Working Title Assistant Professor, Biology (Organismal Zoology)
Posting Number F01574P
Department BHSU-School of Natural Sciences
Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish
Posting TextThe School of Natural Sciences at Black Hills State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in organismal zoology, beginning August 2025.The successful candidate will join a diverse Natural Science department and complement other faculty in areas of ecology, evolution, physiology, genetics and cell-molecular biology.DUTIES:The successful candidate will teach introductory courses in Biology as well as specialty upper-level courses such as mammalogy, herpetology, entomology, ichthyology, conservation biology. We seek broadly trained candidates who will complement existing faculty strengths in the School of Natural Sciences; individuals with expertise in wildlife or fisheries management, field methods, eDNA/ecological genetics, or environmental policy are especially encouraged to apply. Opportunities include shaping and growing new emphases within the Biology major, supervision of graduate students in the Integrative Genomics MSc. program, and course instruction in the Sustainability MSc. program. Primary responsibilities include successful teaching and advising, development of a research program that includes undergraduate and graduate students, and service related to student professional opportunities.QUALIFICATIONS:
- A PhD in Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Natural Resources or related field.
- Doctoral candidates who are ABD and near graduation will be considered.
- Degree completion must occur no later than one year after the initial start date of the contract. The initial contract will be a term contract at the Instructor level, $4,000 lower than the terminal degree compensation. The following years contract will include $4,000 salary increase and assistant professor rank reflecting degree completion. Upon request, one year prior service may be applied toward promotion and tenure, with BHSU and BOR approval.
COMMENTS:
- Sponsorship is not available for this position.
- The School of Natural Sciences at Black Hills State University is a vibrant, growing division with approximately 23 faculty members in biology, chemistry, geology, and physics. Faculty emphasize undergraduate teaching and mentoring, and conduct research, involving students in multiple biological and environmental disciplines. Projects are funded through a variety of state wildlife, federal agency, and partnership grants. Research resources include the largest Herbarium in the state, and well-equipped laboratories including a scanning electron microscopy lab. The Center for the Conservation of Biological Resources (CCBR) is a shared research laboratory containing research space and commonly used equipment required for genetics and genomics research. WestCore is a Genetics/Genomics sequencing core facility that provides services including NextGen genome, transcriptome, and Sanger sequencing, genotyping, and quantitative real-time PCR services; WestCore also houses a cell culture area and an RNA isolation room. the Black Hills State University Underground Campus (BHUC) at the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) in Lead, SD The BHUC houses Sanford Lab’s low
background counting facility, a class-1,000 cleanroom, and an adjoining workspace available for use in a variety of disciplines. Managed by BHSU, the underground campus partners with groups around the globe to create unique opportunities for collaborative research in physics, chemistry, biology, and geophysics. Black Hills State University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check. The successful applicant must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.TO APPLY:Applications must be made online at . Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, statement of proposed research, transcripts, and names and contact information for at least three professional references. Letters of reference/recommendation are not accepted. (Please note, you may need to combine documents into one file to upload into the system.) This position is open until filled with a first review date of January 15, 2025, at 11PM (mountain time). For application assistance, contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. Please direct inquiries regarding the position to Justin Ramsey, search committee chair, at .Black Hills State University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.
Posting Date 11/06/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 01/15/2025
Advertised Salary $65,000 -$67,000 DOE/Q
Duration of the Term 9 months
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Appointment Percent 100%
Tenure Status Tenure Track
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Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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Department Description and Cultural ExpectationsBlack Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state’s second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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Expected salary: $65000 – 67000 per year
Location: Spearfish, SD
Job date: Sat, 16 Nov 2024 07:17:46 GMT
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