Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Biology Framingham State College

Duties & Responsibilities: We seek a broadly trained biologist for a tenure-track faculty position beginning September 2010. Area of specialization is open, however the successful candidate will be expected to teach Animal Development and participate in introductory biology courses for majors and non-majors. The successful applicant will also be expected to develop a research program involving undergraduates. Additional Information This position is contingent upon funding for academic year 2010/2011. Framingham State College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Members of underrepresented groups and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Biology by September 1, 2010 and teaching experience. The candidate should show evidence of a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and to continued scholarly and professional growth.

How to apply: Please apply online at http://framingham.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=15106 and submit a CV and statements of Teaching Philosophy and Research Interests. Application deadline is October 31, 2009. Framingham State College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530.

About Framingham State College: Framingham State College offers small, personalized classes to undergraduate and graduate students on a traditional New England campus. The public college prides itself on its friendly, family-style community. The breadth of programs offered by Framingham State College reflects diverse faculty expertise. Its many undergraduate programs range from Art to Biology to Communication Arts, while graduate offerings include the MBA, MEd, and MS. Located just 20 miles west of Boston, the college offers all the cultural and social benefits of the city without the pressures and inconveniences of living there. The college is located on a beautiful, 73 acre, traditional New England campus in Framingham, the largest town in Massachusetts.