Faculty Position Openings Template

The Department of Biology & Physics invites applications for a nine-month,tenure-track position as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology Education beginning August 2010.

Teacher preparation is central to the mission of KSU. A collaborative commitment to professional teacher education exists among the faculty campus-wide and incorporates strong partnerships with public schools. An energetic and progressive educator is sought to coordinate the Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) Program in Biology. Responsibilities include: recruitment of students into the MAT program, supervision of students in secondary and/or middle grades field experiences, serving as a model and mentor for future teachers, and acting as liaison between the College of Science and Mathematics and both the Bagwell College of Education and local school systems. Teaching assignments will include science education courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels for pre- and in-service teachers. Successful applicants will have an earned doctorate in Biology or Science Education with college and secondary teaching experience, as well as expertise in best practice and current issues in teaching and learning.

Department:	Department of Biology & Physics
Position Title:	Assistant Associate Professor of Biology Education
Position Qualifications/ Responsibilities:	The Department of Biology & Physics invites applications for a nine-month,tenure-track position as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology Education beginning August 2010. Teacher preparation is central to the mission of KSU. A collaborative commitment to professional teacher education exists among the faculty campus-wide and incorporates strong partnerships with public schools. An energetic and progressive educator is sought to coordinate the Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) Program in Biology. Responsibilities include: recruitment of students into the MAT program, supervision of students in secondary and/or middle grades field experiences, serving as a model and mentor for future teachers, and acting as liaison between the College of Science and Mathematics and both the Bagwell College of Education and local school systems. Teaching assignments will include science education courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels for pre- and in-service teachers. Successful applicants will have an earned doctorate in Biology or Science Education with college and secondary teaching experience, as well as expertise in best practice and current issues in teaching and learning.
Application Procedure:	Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. To guarantee consideration, application materials must be postmarked by October 9, 2009. Review of applications will commence at that time and will continue until the position is filled. Submit a letter describing qualifications for the position, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research interests, a current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to: Dr. Michael Dias, MAT Coordinator Search Committee, Department of Biology & Physics #1202, Kennesaw State University 1000 Chastain Road Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591. Visit our College's homepage at http://science.kennesaw.edu. and the department’s homepage at: /http://science.kennesaw.edu/biophys/ For a detailed description of the university, college and department, please visit our home page at www.kennesaw.edu .
Date Position Available:	August 2010
Policy Statement:	Kennesaw State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or sexual orientation in employment or provision of services. Georgia is an Open Records State. AA/EOE.
Questions About Position Opening:	For questions about this position opening, contact Dr. Michael Dias at: mdias@kennesaw.edu