Assistant Professor of Biology-Gainesville Campus - Fall 2018

The University of North Georgia invites applications for a ten-month, full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Biology. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses including majors introductory biology, immunology, virology, and courses in specialty; scholarly work involving undergraduates; advising students; service to the department, university and community; and professional development. 

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 19,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses including majors introductory biology, immunology, virology, and courses in specialty; scholarly work involving undergraduates; advising students; service to the department, university and community; and professional development.   

*Ph.D. at the time of hire in biology or related discipline.

*Teaching experience at the college level is preferred.

*Expectations for this position are that 60% of the workload is dedicated to teaching and that 40% is divided       between service and professional development.