Biology (Biology Education), Tenure-Track Faculty Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Biology (Biology Education), Tenure-Track Faculty
Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Full-time Education
Posted on April 11, 2025
Job Title
Biology (Biology Education), Tenure-Track Faculty
Department
Biology
University Expectation
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.
Salary
The salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Department of Biology at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#103460) in Biology Education at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025.
We are looking for individuals with scholarly expertise in the broad focal areas of disciplinary-based biology education research or science education research, with a strong foundation in biology content. Applicants with disciplinary expertise in any area of biology are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Research:

Pursue an active research agenda with demonstrated independence in thinking and the ability to work across disciplines.
Develop a strong, extramurally funded, and collaborative research program in biology education research or science education research.

Mentorship:

Mentor doctoral students in completing dissertation projects in the biology education research focal area of the Mathematics and Sciences Education PhD Program.

Curriculum Development and Teaching:

Teach undergraduate courses in biology and graduate courses in education research, aligned with the successful candidate’s area of expertise.
Required Education
A terminal degree in biology education, biology, or science education with at least 18 graduate-level course hours is required by the appointment date.
Other Desirables
Applicants with the following will receive special consideration.
Record of or potential to publish high-quality work in the field of biology education.
Record of or potential to attract external funding.
Evidence of implementation of research-based, high-quality teaching.
Disciplinary expertise and experience in either animal physiology or botany.
Documents Needed to Apply
To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
Special Instruction to Applicants
For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at mtsu/facultyrecruitment/.
If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Kim Sadler at Kim.

Sadlermtsu.
MTSU offers a comprehensive package, including but not limited to the following:
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at mtsu/police/docs/2023AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Tfore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU,
please call 615-898-2929 or email empmtsu.

Application Review Date:

11/04/2024

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