Assistant Professor of Biology (13-18)

Francis Marion University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Biology beginning August 2013.  The successful candidate will be teaching introductory courses: Introduction to Biological Science, Organismal Biology, Human Biology and Environmental Biology, to majors and non-majors. Duties include teaching 12 contact hours per semester, academic advising and university service.  Research is encouraged.  PhD by August 2013 preferred.  The appointment is renewable for up to 3 years.

Francis Marion University is a state-supported liberal arts university.  The university provides support for research, including conference travel.  Summer research stipends are available on a competitive basis.  Located in Florence, SC, a growing city, FMU is within easy driving distance of the beach and areas of historical interest, including Charleston and Savannah.   

Materials Needed: 1) Letter of interest expressing teaching experience and research interests referencing position #13-18, 2) completed FMU Faculty application form, 3) curriculum vitae, 4) copies of all transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate), and 5) 3 letters of reference.

Send Application Packet to:  Dr. Charlene Wages, Vice President for Administration, Francis Marion University, PO Box 100547, Florence, SC 29502-0547 or fax to (843) 661-1202.

Minorities and Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Screening of position will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.

Click here for an application.

Click here (www.fmarion.edu/academics/biology) for more information about the biology department.

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