Assistant Professor
Cell Physiology
Department of Biology
Position
The Biology Department at Western Washington University invites applications for a tenure track, Assistant Professor position in Cell Physiology, beginning September 2007. We seek individuals who are committed to undergraduate and masters’ student education and who will establish vigorous research programs that involve students.
Responsibilities
Teach Biol 206 (Introduction to Organismal Biology), preferably the animal physiology section.
Teach Biol 323, (Cell and Molecular Biology)
Contribute to the Cell Emphasis and the interdisciplinary Cell and Molecular Biology/Biochemistry curriculum at the 400-level, including a specialty course in area of expertise
Maintain an active program in biological research in cellular physiology involving undergraduate and graduate students and seek extramural funding
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in cell physiology, preferably in an animal system
Evidence of the potential to teach Biol 206, preferably the animal physiology section
Evidence of the potential to teach Biol 323
Evidence of the potential to teach advanced courses in cell physiology
Evidence of effective scholarship
Evidence of the potential to establish a research program in cellular physiology that includes mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate (Masters) students in research
Preferred Qualifications
We are particularly interested in applicants who investigate structure-function relationships or integrated regulation of function at the cell, tissue, or organ level.
While the department particularly needs a faculty member with expertise in animal systems to teach required courses, it also needs expertise in plant systems so a person working with plants would be considered for the position.
Demonstrated experience working with a diverse student body.
About the University and Department
Western Washington University is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students, and faculty. Enrollment is approximately 12,000 students. Located in Bellingham, Washington, a city of 60,000, our beautiful campus overlooks Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands and is situated between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. The Biology Department offers a curriculum that reflects the dynamic and integrative nature of the biological sciences and prepares our students with the knowledge, experience, and abilities to understand and engage in the scientific questions of our time. The research expertise of the faculty includes Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Organismal Biology and Physiology, Genetics and Developmental Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Marine Biology. For more information, go to: www.biol.wwu.edu/biology/index.html
To Apply
Submit curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, and three letters of reference. All materials should be sent to the attention of Dr. David Leaf, Chair: Cell Physiologist Search Committee, Biology Department, Western Washington University, 516 High St., Bellingham, WA 98225-9160 (leaf@biol.wwu.edu)
Review begins November 1, 2006, and continues until position is filled.
WWU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, Vietnam-era veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. For disability accommodation, call the Employee Relations-Disability Specialist/ADA Coordinator at (360) 650-7410 or (360) 650-7696 (TTY). All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services before beginning work at WWU.
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