Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences: Molecular Biologist

Title:
Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences: Molecular Biologist

Department:
College of Science and Liberal Arts

Reports To:
The Department Chair

Position Type:
Faculty

Position Summary:
The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty appointment in the Department of Biological Sciences. We seek an active researcher and educator who uses cell and molecular biology tools to study development, evolution, ecology, or neurobiology. Preferred candidates combine a strong background in cell and molecular biology with an interest in important questions in comparative and systems biology. Applicants will be expected to maintain an active, funded research program, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, teach undergraduate and graduate courses mainly in their area of expertise, and contribute to the overall activities and growth of the Department.

Essential Functions:
- Develop an externally recognized research program using molecular biological tools in the field of evolutionary and developmental biology.
- Obtain external funding for research.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of expertise.
- Contribute to successful functioning of the department and university via service on committees and in other capacities.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
- PhD in an appropriate field. Demonstrated research ability and a vision for a sustainable research program.
- At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated teaching ability.

Bargaining Unit:
PSA

FLSA:
Exempt
Full-Time

Special Instructions to
Applicants:
- Required application documents: 1) CV, 2) statement of research, 3) statement of teaching interests and philosophy, 4) contact information for three referees.
- All interested applicants are asked to submit their applications by November 30, 2022.
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