The Department of Biological Sciences at the State University of New York at Oswego announces the opening of a one-year, full time Visiting Assistant Professor position.
Review Date: Review of applications will begin May 19, 2008 and continue until the position is filled..
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Date of Appointment: August 27, 2008
Description of Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities will be in the areas of genetics and evolution and will consist of 12 contact hours per semester. Excellent opportunity for course and professional development.
Required Qualifications: MS in Biological Sciences.
Other Preferred Qualifications: PhD preferred.
To Apply: To apply, please submit Cover letter, CV, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, copy of transcripts, and names and contact information for three references electronically to the link provided on our website,
http://oswego.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=9293
For questions or more information, please contact Dr. Richard Back at back@oswego.edu.
Official transcripts are required prior to hiring.
Description of Department: The Department of Biological Sciences offers B.A. and B.S. degrees in Biology and Zoology to approximately 450 majors. The department is in a period of significant change and has recently revised its curricula, is planning for new facilities, has experienced multiple retirements and hired several new faculty thus creating opportunities for the successful candidate at many levels. Resources include a 400+ acre field station, an NSF-funded Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics Center, the Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Center, and an Environmental Research Center. Links to more information can be found at: www.oswego.edu/biology.
Description of SUNY Oswego: Founded in 1861, SUNY Oswego is a public comprehensive institution located in central New York on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, 45 minutes from Syracuse. Named one of "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News and a "Best Northeastern College" by Princeton Review, Oswego offers its 8300 undergraduate and graduate students outstanding educational experiences with attention to liberal arts foundations, practical applications, interdisciplinary approaches, independent scholarly and creative work, and skills for living in multicultural and global communities. SUNY Oswego is in a time of wonderful transition with extensive facilities construction and renovation, a forward-looking sesquicentennial strategic plan, and expanded outreach to regional, national, and international communities.
Additional information about SUNY Oswego can be found at www.oswego.edu.
SUNY Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from professionals of color, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In accordance with INS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States, per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
