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Assistant Professor of Biology (Microbiology) (Cochran Campus)
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Overview
Assistant Professor of Biology (Microbiology) (Cochran Campus) – Regular, Full-Time. Job ID: 291611. Location: MGA Cochran. This tenure-track position involves teaching, scholarship, and service in the School of Health and Natural Sciences within the Department of Natural Sciences at Middle Georgia State University (MGA). About Us
Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins—located in central Georgia, and a fully-online campus. The University has six academic schools and supports its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Job Summary
Middle Georgia State University is seeking a candidate for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology for the School of Health and Natural Sciences in the Department of Natural Sciences. This position involves teaching, scholarship and service. Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening, lower level and/or upper level biology courses. Travel from Cochran campus to a satellite campus (Dublin) may be required. Responsibilities
Teach an undergraduate course load equivalent to 4/4 and engage in scholarship. Assist in student recruitment, curriculum development, mentoring, and serving on departmental and university committees. Travel among MGA campuses as needed; teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening classes, online and/or hybrid courses. Qualifications
Required Educational Qualifications PhD degree in Biology or related field with special emphasis on microbiology. Preferred Qualifications Prior successful teaching experience; experience or interest in supervising undergraduate research. Required Documents to Attach
Curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy Names and contact information of three references Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Institutional Values
Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values: Stewardship, Engagement, Adaptability, Learning. Equal Employment Opportunity
Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of MGA to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. Other Information
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position open until filled. This is a full-time, 10-month faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include: Health insurance, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life Insurance, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Parental Leave, Retirement, Employee discounts, Tuition reimbursement. Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating employment eligibility with MGA, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Job Function
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Assistant Professor of Biology (Microbiology) (Cochran Campus) – Regular, Full-Time. Job ID: 291611. Location: MGA Cochran. This tenure-track position involves teaching, scholarship, and service in the School of Health and Natural Sciences within the Department of Natural Sciences at Middle Georgia State University (MGA). About Us
Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins—located in central Georgia, and a fully-online campus. The University has six academic schools and supports its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Job Summary
Middle Georgia State University is seeking a candidate for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology for the School of Health and Natural Sciences in the Department of Natural Sciences. This position involves teaching, scholarship and service. Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening, lower level and/or upper level biology courses. Travel from Cochran campus to a satellite campus (Dublin) may be required. Responsibilities
Teach an undergraduate course load equivalent to 4/4 and engage in scholarship. Assist in student recruitment, curriculum development, mentoring, and serving on departmental and university committees. Travel among MGA campuses as needed; teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening classes, online and/or hybrid courses. Qualifications
Required Educational Qualifications PhD degree in Biology or related field with special emphasis on microbiology. Preferred Qualifications Prior successful teaching experience; experience or interest in supervising undergraduate research. Required Documents to Attach
Curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy Names and contact information of three references Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Institutional Values
Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values: Stewardship, Engagement, Adaptability, Learning. Equal Employment Opportunity
Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of MGA to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. Other Information
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position open until filled. This is a full-time, 10-month faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include: Health insurance, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life Insurance, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Parental Leave, Retirement, Employee discounts, Tuition reimbursement. Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating employment eligibility with MGA, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Job Function
Education and Training Industries
Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr