Job Title

Biology (Biology Education), Tenure-Track Faculty

Department

Biology

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Biology at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#103460) in Biology Education at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025.

We are looking for individuals with scholarly expertise in the broad focal areas of disciplinary-based biology education research or science education research, with a strong foundation in biology content. Applicants with disciplinary expertise in any area of biology are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Research: Pursue an active research agenda with demonstrated independence in thinking and the ability to work across disciplines. Develop a strong, extramurally funded, and collaborative research program in biology education research or science education research. Mentorship: Mentor doctoral students in completing dissertation projects in the biology education research focal area of the Mathematics and Sciences Education PhD Program. Curriculum Development and Teaching: Teach undergraduate courses in biology and graduate courses in education research, aligned with the successful candidate’s area of expertise. Required Education

A terminal degree in biology education, biology, or science education with at least 18 graduate-level course hours is required by the appointment date.

Other Desirables

Applicants with the following will receive special consideration.

Record of or potential to publish high-quality work in the field of biology education. Record of or potential to attract external funding. Evidence of implementation of research-based, high-quality teaching. Disciplinary expertise and experience in either animal physiology or botany. Documents Needed to Apply

To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.

Special Instruction to Applicants 

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at https://mtsu.edu/facultyrecruitment/.

If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Kim Sadler at Kim.Sadler@mtsu.edu.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents Click here for additional information. 

 

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://www.mtsu.edu/police/docs/2023AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU,
please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: 11/04/2024