Description
Summary:
We invite applications for an Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology/Microbiology position starting August 2024. This is a 9-month, full-time, faculty position in the Department of Biological Sciences at Alabama A&M University. The rank and tenure-status of the position is negotiable based on qualifications. The primary teaching responsibilities include Molecular/Cellular Biology/or Microbiology.

Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


A commitment to excellence in teaching and research in the Biology Program as their primary responsibility.
Teach relevant undergraduate and graduate courses, with a student-centered, active-learning approach.
Advise undergraduate and graduate Biology major students.
Mentor both undergraduate and graduate students in research.
Develop an extramurally funded research program.
Conduct scholarly activity.
Engagement in recruitment, curriculum development, serving on committees and advise student organizations, and other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):


Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Microbiology, or other relevant discipline in Biological Science from a regionally accredited college or university, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the applicable discipline.
Must have demonstrated teaching experience at the college/university level
Evidence of teaching effectiveness in the areas of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and/or Microbiology
Must have demonstrated experience in Molecular Biology, Cell biology and/or Microbiology methods and techniques where applicable.
Must have demonstrated substantive scholarly achievement with publications in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at national meetings, etc.
Must have demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding from public and/or private sources
Must be available to teach classes as needed during the day, evening, and on Saturday
Must be willing to complete online instructor certification to teach in the online and/or hybrid formats as needed
Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated excellence in teaching relevant undergraduate and graduate courses
Excellence in written and oral communication
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Evidence of collaborative efforts in research
Ability to obtain extramural funding