Institution: Oxford College of Emory University

Location: Oxford, Georgia

Description: Assistant Professor of Cellular or Molecular Biology

Position Summary: The Department of Biology at Oxford College of Emory University seeks a tenure track assistant professor to begin August 2009. Oxford College (www.oxford.emory.edu), located 38 miles east of Atlanta, is a two-year, liberal arts, fully residential college of Emory University, ranked in the 90th percentile on the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). A Ph.D. or expectation of degree completion this academic year with expertise in cellular and molecular biology is required, along with demonstrated teaching experience. The successful candidate will teach lecture and laboratory courses in introductory cell biology and genetics and sophomore-level genetics and molecular biology. Engagement in scholarly activities is expected and opportunities exist to mentor student research in a liberal arts intensive environment. The Division of Natural Science and Mathematics of Oxford College is in the planning stages of a new state-of-the-art science facility that will encourage student-faculty collaboration, provide an environment for innovative teaching, and be a model of sustainability. Applicants must submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts, and 3 reference letters to Dr. Nitya Jacob, Chair, Biology Search, Oxford College of Emory University, 100 Hamill Street, Oxford, GA 30054. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2008. AA/EOE