Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor

Job Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor

Job Summary:

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor to teach introductory plant-based biology courses beginning Fall Semester, August 2022. Additional courses may include introductory general biology, depending on the candidate’s expertise.

Minimum Qualifications:

M.S. degree in Botany, Biology or closely related field by date of appointment for appointment as Instructor; Ph.D. in Botany, Biology or closely related field by date of appointment for appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor. Teaching experience in plant biology.

Position not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Desired Qualifications:

Consideration will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience at the college level.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a 1-page statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Inquires may be directed to Paul Harding, Chair of Biological Sciences, at hardinpa@miamioh.edu.

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Benefit Eligible:

Yes

Date to Begin Screening Applicants:

Screening of applications will begin March 28, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled.