Concordia University, Nebraska
Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Field Biology
Concordia University, Nebraska, Seward, Nebraska, United States, 68434
Overview
ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE, OR PROFESSOR OF FIELD BIOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES - Concordia University, Nebraska, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, believes, teaches, and confesses that the Holy Scriptures are the inspired, inerrant, and infallible Word of God. As people called by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel to saving faith in Christ Jesus, the Word of God guides all we do in leading, teaching, and learning. Concordia equips students for lives of learning, service, and leadership in the home, church, and world.
Come and belong…join our team of passionate service leaders!
Concordia University is needing an Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Field Biology who wants to be a part of this mission . The main campus (and this role) is located in Seward, Nebraska. If you thrive in a Christian atmosphere and community-driven environment, you will enjoy Concordia University\, Nebraska\, please visit www.cune.edu.
Position Purpose
This position provides instruction in Biology, program and curriculum development specializing in field biology, organismal biology, and/or conservation biology. This position advises and mentors students and participates in marketing and recruitment for the Biology program as assigned by the Chair of the Natural Sciences Department. Although expertise in organismal biology is preferred, outstanding candidates with all biology backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time position with full-time benefits. Must be 19 years of age to apply.
Responsibilities
Teach classes in biology and closely related areas based on the needs of the Natural Sciences Department. The candidate shall be willing to teach a variety of biology and closely related science courses, based on the qualifications of the candidate. Preferred instructional assignments include Ecology and Field Biology, Conservation Biology, Botany and/or Zoology, Midwest Floral Identification and/or Vertebrate Anatomy.
Engage in departmental planning, course and program assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and assistance with student recruitment.
Mentor students involved in research.
Provide leadership for student internships and job opportunities including maintaining and establishing contacts in business and industry.
Work with colleagues from multiple departments to serve the university.
Actively pursue scholarly and academic research activities that are mutually beneficial.
Work with other faculty in the department to ensure that biology laboratory facilities are fully operational with proper supplies and teaching tools.
Manage and maintain plants and animals needed for the program, as appropriate.
Manage and maintain the student study prairie.
Demonstrate a willingness to enthusiastically embrace the mission and vision of Concordia University, Nebraska.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education
Ph.D. or terminal degree in Biology or a closely related field preferred.
Candidates who have earned a Master\'s degree and who agree to pursue a terminal degree will be considered.
Experience
Appropriate successful experience in the workplace or in a classroom that will lead to successful university-level teaching and mentoring in an acceptable subset of the following areas:
Evidence of excellence in teaching, preferably at the college or university level.
Successful student-friendly advising and mentoring experience at the university level.
Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, best teaching and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching.
Special Position Requirements
Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, assessment, best teaching, and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching.
Able to communicate professionally with a diverse constituency both on and off campus.
Committed to an environment of encouragement, teamwork, and excellence within a Christian University.
Responsible for creating an environment that is consistent with the values of the University and fosters the development of students. This environment is one that is designed to build a positive character and foster Christian faith formation.
Demonstrate character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality.
Able to work within a culture of teamwork with emotional stability and positive words/actions.
Be professional and courteous in dealing with students, families, faculty and staff, and the general public.
Values and beliefs aligned with The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
Ability to travel for any University-related events and activities.
Ability to maintain driver\'s certification for University provided vehicles and University-related travel.
Must follow security policies that correspond to the level of sensitivity of the data they handle.
Should promptly report any security concerns or incidents to designated personnel.
Maintain security and patching of personal devices connected to the institutional email.
Maintain high standards for institutional, staff, faculty, employee, and financial data used for business operations.
Preferences
Active membership in a Christian congregation is required. Lutheran Church Missouri Synod membership preferred.
Please submit cover letter, resume and CV. Should you need assistance with attaching additional documents to your profile, please contact HR@cune.edu.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES - Concordia University, Nebraska, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, believes, teaches, and confesses that the Holy Scriptures are the inspired, inerrant, and infallible Word of God. As people called by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel to saving faith in Christ Jesus, the Word of God guides all we do in leading, teaching, and learning. Concordia equips students for lives of learning, service, and leadership in the home, church, and world.
Come and belong…join our team of passionate service leaders!
Concordia University is needing an Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Field Biology who wants to be a part of this mission . The main campus (and this role) is located in Seward, Nebraska. If you thrive in a Christian atmosphere and community-driven environment, you will enjoy Concordia University\, Nebraska\, please visit www.cune.edu.
Position Purpose
This position provides instruction in Biology, program and curriculum development specializing in field biology, organismal biology, and/or conservation biology. This position advises and mentors students and participates in marketing and recruitment for the Biology program as assigned by the Chair of the Natural Sciences Department. Although expertise in organismal biology is preferred, outstanding candidates with all biology backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time position with full-time benefits. Must be 19 years of age to apply.
Responsibilities
Teach classes in biology and closely related areas based on the needs of the Natural Sciences Department. The candidate shall be willing to teach a variety of biology and closely related science courses, based on the qualifications of the candidate. Preferred instructional assignments include Ecology and Field Biology, Conservation Biology, Botany and/or Zoology, Midwest Floral Identification and/or Vertebrate Anatomy.
Engage in departmental planning, course and program assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and assistance with student recruitment.
Mentor students involved in research.
Provide leadership for student internships and job opportunities including maintaining and establishing contacts in business and industry.
Work with colleagues from multiple departments to serve the university.
Actively pursue scholarly and academic research activities that are mutually beneficial.
Work with other faculty in the department to ensure that biology laboratory facilities are fully operational with proper supplies and teaching tools.
Manage and maintain plants and animals needed for the program, as appropriate.
Manage and maintain the student study prairie.
Demonstrate a willingness to enthusiastically embrace the mission and vision of Concordia University, Nebraska.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education
Ph.D. or terminal degree in Biology or a closely related field preferred.
Candidates who have earned a Master\'s degree and who agree to pursue a terminal degree will be considered.
Experience
Appropriate successful experience in the workplace or in a classroom that will lead to successful university-level teaching and mentoring in an acceptable subset of the following areas:
Evidence of excellence in teaching, preferably at the college or university level.
Successful student-friendly advising and mentoring experience at the university level.
Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, best teaching and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching.
Special Position Requirements
Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, assessment, best teaching, and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching.
Able to communicate professionally with a diverse constituency both on and off campus.
Committed to an environment of encouragement, teamwork, and excellence within a Christian University.
Responsible for creating an environment that is consistent with the values of the University and fosters the development of students. This environment is one that is designed to build a positive character and foster Christian faith formation.
Demonstrate character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality.
Able to work within a culture of teamwork with emotional stability and positive words/actions.
Be professional and courteous in dealing with students, families, faculty and staff, and the general public.
Values and beliefs aligned with The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
Ability to travel for any University-related events and activities.
Ability to maintain driver\'s certification for University provided vehicles and University-related travel.
Must follow security policies that correspond to the level of sensitivity of the data they handle.
Should promptly report any security concerns or incidents to designated personnel.
Maintain security and patching of personal devices connected to the institutional email.
Maintain high standards for institutional, staff, faculty, employee, and financial data used for business operations.
Preferences
Active membership in a Christian congregation is required. Lutheran Church Missouri Synod membership preferred.
Please submit cover letter, resume and CV. Should you need assistance with attaching additional documents to your profile, please contact HR@cune.edu.
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