Available positions

POSITIONS IN BIOLOGY.        

Tracking ID#: F004429

POSITION: Assistant Professor (Disease Transmission), beginning August, 2010

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Qualified persons should have a strong research potential in the general area of disease transmission of microbial pathogens (viral, bacterial or protozoan). The ideal candidate will use molecular biology techniques or modeling in an epidemiological, biomedical or ecological context to investigate vector-transmitted disease or host-pathogen systems and their relationship to human health. The successful candidate will have a developing record of publishing and the potential or record for securing external funds.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will develop a vibrant, independent and externally-funded research program with a record of refereed publications in high quality journals. The applicant will be expected to participate in mentoring graduate students. Baylor offers the Ph.D. and Master’s in Biology as well as Ph.D. degrees through the interdisciplinary Institute of Biomedical Studies (BMS) and The Institute of Ecological, Earth and Environmental Sciences programs (TIE3S). Teaching is expected at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Courses to be taught will be adapted to the individual hired, but could include introductory courses for majors, genetics, epidemiology, host/pathogen science or more specialized courses in area of expertise.

RANK AND SALARY: Assistant Professor, Tenure-track, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 7, 2009 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, complete application materials must be submitted by November 7, 2009.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply, please submit (1) a letter of application, (2) current curriculum vita, (3) graduate transcripts of terminal degree, (4) up to three representative publications, (5) statements of research interest and plans, (6) statement of teaching philosophy and experience and (7) contact information, including names, addresses, and phone numbers, of three individuals from whom you have requested letters of recommendation to:

Dr. Robert Doyle
Chair, Department of Biology
Baylor University
One Bear Place #97388
Waco, Texas 76798-7388
254-710-2911

Materials may be submitted electronically to:BiologyCareerOp@baylor.edu.

Additional information regarding the department and our current research areas is available at: Department of Biology.

Baylor is a Baptist University affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Tracking ID#: F004464

POSITION: Assistant Professor (Environmental Microbial Ecology), beginning August, 2010

QUALIFICATIONS: The Department of Biology and the Center for Reservoir and Aquatic Systems Research (CRASR) are pleased to accept applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of aquatic microbial ecology/microbiology. An interdisciplinary research focus on the ecology of microorganisms and their relationship to the environment and/or human health is strongly preferred. Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree and have a strong track record in research and scholarship. The successful candidate will have his/her tenure line in the Department of Biology but will also be expected to contribute strongly to the interdisciplinary research within CRASR. A strong record of publishing and the potential or record for securing external funds is essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will develop a vibrant, independent and externally-funded research program with a record of refereed publications in high quality journals. The applicant will be expected to participate in mentoring and supporting graduate students. Baylor offers the Ph.D. and Master’s in Biology as well as interdisciplinary Ph.D. degrees through The Institute of Ecological, Earth and Environmental Sciences programs (TIE3S) and Institute of Biomedical Studies (BMS). Teaching is expected at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Courses to be taught will be adapted to the individual hired, but could include introductory courses for majors, microbiology, bacteriology, microbial ecology or more specialized courses in area of expertise.

RANK AND SALARY: Assistant Professor, Tenure-track, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 7, 2009 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, complete application materials must be submitted by November 7, 2009.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply, please submit (1) a letter of application, (2) current curriculum vita, (3) graduate transcripts of terminal degree, (4) up to three representative publications, (5) statements of research interest and plans, (6) statement of teaching philosophy and experience and (7) contact information, including names, addresses, and phone numbers, of three individuals from whom you have requested letters of recommendation to:

Dr. Robert Doyle
Chair, Department of Biology
Baylor University
One Bear Place #97388
Waco, Texas 76798-7388
254-710-2911

Materials may be submitted electronically to:BiologyCareerOp@baylor.edu.

Additional information regarding the department and CRASR and our current research areas is available at: Department of Biology and CRASR.