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Endowed Chair in Shellfish Aquaculture and Program Coordinator, Associate/Full Professor The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS)/School of Marine Science of William & Mary invites applications for a full-time tenure-eligible Associate/Full Professor. The position will begin in Fall 2020. Responsibilities:  VIMS is seeking to fill an endowed faculty position, the Acuff Professorship in Marine Science, within its Department of Fisheries Science with a nationally and internationally recognized scholar whose expertise will complement our existing strengths in shellfish aquaculture and provide strategic leadership in coordinating our institute-wide Shellfish Aquaculture Program. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an extramurally-funded research program, contribute to the development of an aquaculture curriculum, participate in advisory service and outreach related to aquaculture, and provide leadership in driving the continued development and sustainability of shellfish aquaculture in the region. About the Virginia Institute of Marine Science:  Chartered in 1940, the Virginia Institute of Marine Science is currently among the largest marine research and education centers in the United States. VIMS has a three-part mission to conduct interdisciplinary research in coastal ocean and estuarine science, educate students and citizens, and provide advisory service to policy makers, industry, and the public. The School of Marine Science at VIMS is the graduate school in marine science for William & Mary. VIMS currently employs 55 full-time faculty members and 256 staff, and has 90 graduate students in master's and doctoral programs. There are four academic departments at VIMS: Aquatic Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Fisheries Science, and Physical Sciences. Further information on VIMS and the School of Marine Science may be accessed at:  http://www.vims.edu .

Job no: 498999 Work type: Part-time Location: Mountain View Work Schedule: Various Shifts (Including some nights and weekends) Job Title Code FAA Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $48.42 per hour FLSA Exempt Position Type Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students of varying diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Master’s degree or higher in Biology or Master's degree or higher in any other discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Biology for credit courses.  Official transcripts will be required at time of interview. ***Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides students with a written course syllabus. Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning. Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate. Maintains accurate and complete course records. Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean, and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions. Values the collaborative process. Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles and has the ability to incorporate diversity of delivery of such learning styles in instruction. Participates in student advising and registration. Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others. Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations. Complies with Districts board policy, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate. Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests. Serves on and attends college committees as assigned. Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and attends other required college meetings and activities. Participates in his/her own performance appraisal. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. May work with student clubs and/or organizations. Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Districts and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities. Participates in professional development activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Advertised: 01 Nov 2019 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 13 Dec 2019 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

About the Department The University of Minnesota Department of Ecology, Evolution and Behavior (EEB) seeks a bold and collaborative leader for the role of Head. The selected individual will lead a dynamic department internationally recognized for its interdisciplinary research, scholarship, teaching, and service.  The department, highly ranked for ecology and environmental sciences, houses an active and diverse graduate program and 41 core faculty, 4 of whom are members of the National Academy of Sciences. With strengths in both theoretical and empirical research, EEB connects foundational investigations to broader applications. We value democratic decision-making and an inclusive department climate that encourages all to strive for excellence in research, teaching, mentoring, and service. For more information about EEB, including faculty research, please visit: https://cbs.umn.edu/academics/departments/eeb .   EEB is located in the College of Biological Sciences (CBS), where research spans the molecular to the global in 5 departments and 5 primary graduate programs. CBS also supports research and teaching opportunities at unique facilities such as the Itasca Biological Station and Laboratories, one of the oldest in the nation; the Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve; and the new Bell Museum of Natural History.   Our Twin Cities campus is a comprehensive land-grant institution, including the Biotechnology Institute; Agricultural Experiment Station; the Institute on the Environment; Schools of Veterinary Medicine, Medicine, and Public Health; and Colleges of Science and Engineering, Liberal Arts, and Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences and more. The University supports world-class genomics, supercomputing, and imaging core facilities and libraries that provide resources, services, and information to support education, research, and professional practice and outreach missions.    The State of Minnesota creates exciting prospects for research at the intersection of three major biomes with pronounced seasonal climate variation. The state provides generous support for biological research, including the Minnesota Discovery, Research, and Innovation Economy (MnDRIVE) initiative, a landmark partnership between the state and the University of Minnesota to align research and industry strengths to solve grand challenges, grow a robust economy, and develop local community partnerships.    About the Job EEB seeks a leader with a broad and progressive vision, with strong knowledge of trends in research and funding, an interest in developing integrative partnerships with community stakeholders, and dedication to training and mentoring. The Department and College value diversity of thought, experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, and we encourage women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. Successful candidates will have demonstrated high ethical standards and are expected to lead in a transparent and collaborative manner with a strong commitment to diversity.   The Head formulates and implements department policies and practices, nurtures the professional growth of individual faculty, creates a welcoming environment for diverse students and faculty, and works to improve the quality of research, program development, instruction, and outreach/community engagement. The successful candidate will have evidence of strong leadership skills and scholarly record, including success in leading teams, garnering extramural funding, producing high impact scholarly works, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate and educate.   Key Responsibilities of Position: The Department Head reports directly to the Dean; and works with the Dean, College leadership, other Department Heads, and faculty and staff to achieve collegiate goals. Overall Departmental Leadership Activities Serve as chief administrative officer of the department, with authority and responsibility for programs and resources, personnel, budget development and oversight, development and fundraising, and administrative planning. Provide leadership to the department in seeking additional funding sources, including developing a fundraising vision and potential government, foundation, industry and community partnerships. Establish, communicate, administer and interpret the department’s fiscal, programmatic, and personnel policies. Espouse and practice principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity and achieve diversity in the student body and workforce. Represent the department in its internal and external affairs. Work with a departmental Leadership Team consisting of an elected faculty Advisory Committee and appointed individuals within the department who hold key positions (such as Directors of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies and program directors). Promote and maintain a high-quality learning environment for students. Provide shared leadership for the intellectual work of the department. Along with the departmental Leadership Team, provide leadership for strategic short-term and long-range goals, objectives, and plans. Provide leadership in faculty and staff development:  orient new faculty, manage the tenure and promotion process consistent with CBS and University policies, nurture the professional development of faculty and staff toward excellence and national distinction in research, teaching, outreach/community engagement, and promote an open and inclusive work environment. In collaboration with the Advisory Committee, schedule, set agendas for, and facilitate departmental faculty meetings; run elections for departmental committees; appoint ad hoc committees as necessary.   In addition to these roles as Department Head, the candidate is also expected to maintain an active research program and participate in the educational mission of the Department.     

  The Nicholas School of the Environment (NSOE) at Duke University invites applications for a faculty position in physical oceanography. This is one of four areas of interest for two tenure-track Assistant Professorships that NSOE plans to fill in the natural sciences. We seek an outstanding and visionary candidate who studies large- to regional-scale physical oceanography, focusing on such problems as ocean-atmospheric interactions and/or basin-scale material transport and mixing, especially as these may relate to past, current, and future climate and ocean environments. Applicant's work should be grounded in theory and use observational or modeling approaches. Successful candidates are expected to develop an externally funded and nationally recognized research program, teach and mentor undergraduate, professional and graduate students, and engage in service within NSOE, the University, and in the broader scientific community. Successful candidates are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to advancing excellence through diversity and inclusion.

Geoscientist The Nicholas School of the Environment (NSOE) at Duke University invites applications for a faculty position in Near-surface Geology and Geophysics. This is one of four areas of interestfor two tenure-track Assistant Professorships that NSOE plans to fill in the natural sciences. We seek an outstanding and visionary candidate who uses geologic and geophysical approaches to characterize subsurface energy, mineral, and/or water resources, or to elucidate geologic conditions that could lead to natural or anthropogenically induced geohazards. Successful candidates are expected to develop an externally funded and nationally recognized research program, teach and mentor undergraduate, professional and graduate students, and engage in service within NSOE, the University, and in the broader scientific community. Successful candidates are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to advancing excellence through diversity and inclusion.

Job no: 499052 Work type: Full-time Location: Brookhaven Job Title Code FFF Salary Range (Full-Time) $50,000 annually FLSA Exempt Position Type Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation in accordance with procedures outlined in the Dallas County Community College Board Policy Manual and/or agreed upon with immediate supervisor. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Master’s degree or higher in Biology or Biological Sciences (with analysis of major course work to include lab-based courses at the graduate level), or master’s degree or higher with 18 graduate hours in Biology or Biological Sciences. One year of demonstrated teaching experience required. Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of applying. Official transcripts will be required at the time of interview. ***Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides students with a written course syllabus that should include items specified by the college and/or Dallas County Community College System. Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning. Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate. Maintains accurate and complete course records as required by law and the Board of Trustees Policies and Procedures Manual. Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean, and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions. Values the collaborative process. Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles and has the ability to incorporate diversity of delivery of such learning styles in instruction. Participates in student advising and registration. Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others. Institutional Service Responsibilities (College and Dallas County Community College System): Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations. Complies with DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM board policy, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate. Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests. Serves on and attends college and/or system committees as assigned. Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required by Board Policy and attends other required college meetings and activities. Participates in his/her own performance appraisal. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. Student Services Responsibilities: May work with student clubs and/or organizations. Community: Consistent with other DCCC job descriptions demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Dallas County Community College System and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities. Professional Growth Responsibilities: Participates in professional development activities. Advertised: 20 Nov 2019 Central Standard Time Applications close: 31 Dec 2019 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

Job no: 499117 Work type: Part-time Location: North Lake Work Schedule: Varies (No more than 19.5 hours per week) Job Title Code FAA Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $48.42 per hour FLSA Exempt Position Type Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in General Biology and maintains office hours for student consultation. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students of varying diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in Biology. Official transcripts will be required at time of interview. ***Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides students with a written course syllabus. Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning. Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate. Maintains accurate and complete course records. Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean, and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions. Values the collaborative process. Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles and has the ability to incorporate diversity of delivery of such learning styles in instruction. Participates in student advising and registration. Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others. Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations. Complies with Districts board policy, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate. Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests. Serves on and attends college committees as assigned. Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and attends other required college meetings and activities. Participates in his/her own performance appraisal. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. May work with student clubs and/or organizations. Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Districts and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities. Participates in professional development activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Advertised: 21 Nov 2019 Central Standard Time Applications close: 6 Jan 2020 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

The University of South Florida, established in 1956 and located in Tampa, is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. The USF System includes three separately accredited institutions: USF, USF St. Petersburg and USF Sarasota-Manatee. Serving more than 50,000 students, the USF System has an annual budget of $1.8 billion and an annual economic impact of $4.4 billion. USF ranks in the top 30 nationally for research expenditures among public universities, according to the National Science Foundation. In 2018, the Florida Board of Governors designated USF as a Preeminent State Research University, placing USF in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. The Department of Integrative Biology at the University of South Florida (USF), Tampa ( http://biology.usf.edu/ib ) seeks to fill a 9-month, full-time appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in the field of Disease Biology. Salary is negotiable and commensurate on experience Appropriate disciplinary specialties of the successful applicant could include but are not limited to disease ecology, behavior, physiology, host-pathogen interactions, sustainability, evolution, approaches for mitigating disease spread and identifying emerging diseases. Candidates studying any type of ecosystem (ex. marine, freshwater, terrestrial) are encouraged to apply. USF is located in close proximity to diverse terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems. See http://biology.usf.edu/ib/ for more information on the Department of Integrative Biology.

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Multi-ethnic Bio-'omics College/School/Unit: Dell Medical School Department: Population Health Posted: Nov 21, 2019 Apply By: Open until filled Description The Whole Communities—Whole Health initiative, the Department of Population Health, and the Biomedical Data Science Hub in the Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin invite applications for the position of Assistant Professor the novel area of Multi-ethnic Bio-‘omics. The successful candidate for this position will be joining the UT Austin faculty as part of the provost's Cluster and Interdisciplinary Hiring Initiative and will join an interdisciplinary group of scholars participating in the University's Bridging Barriers Grand Challenge initiative, Whole Communities—Whole Health. The candidate will have an appointment in one of several participating Departments in the Dell Medical School or the College of Natural Sciences , which may include the Biomedical Data Science Hub, and/or any of the Departments of Population Health, Statistics and Data Science, Integrative Biology, or Molecular Biosciences, and will be expected to actively participate as a core member of Whole Communities—Whole Health. Contributions to the cluster will be an important facet of the faculty member's annual performance evaluations and consideration for promotion and tenure. Whole Communities—Whole Health is a 10-year campus-wide initiative with the goal of understanding the effects of early life adversity on health and development by building an innovative, replicable, field-based research and intervention model that leverages advances in community engagement, bio-behavioral and environmental measurements, and system data informatics. Whole Communities—Whole Health aims to revolutionize how we conduct community-based cohort studies by first working with communities and families to figure out what questions they have, and then by bringing the most advanced technology and research methods into their homes to help get the answers they need. This position aims to exploit the increasing availability of ‘omics approaches in the multi-ethnic biological characterization of genetics, epigenetics, RNA, protein, hormonal, and immune profiles (areas only beginning to generate attention) to understand and predict health and behavior outcomes. As part of The University of Texas at Austin, the Dell Medical School is the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities. An extraordinary commitment of resources, both public and private, have been made to enable its development and success. Dell Med is joining forces with the University's Cluster Initiative to recruit new faculty in this innovative area. As part of the growing Whole Communities—Whole Health Program, and strongly supported by, and in support of, the BDS Hub, the successful data science candidate will apply their disciplinary skills to advance the theory and applications of multilevel and big data in health and behavior biosciences. The successful applicant will be a data scientist with a strong biosciences background who can appropriately collaborate with biologists, integrate such data with available biological knowledge, and create strategies for merging biological data with complex individual and group-level sociocultural data. We seek individuals interested in applying their training and methods development to the study of human diversity and multi-ethnic subgroups, differential and comparative biology targeted toward understanding adversity, and how adversity sequelae are differentially or variably expressed in underrepresented groups. Applicants should also have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring with a focus on enhancing equity and inclusion in the field and in practice. UT Austin is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to our commitment to the engagement and inclusion of diverse audiences in higher education through research, teaching at all levels, mentorship of graduate students and postdocs, and service. UT Austin is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of family-friendly policies ( https://provost.utexas.edu/faculty-affairs/life-and-work ). Essential duties and responsibilities include: Conduct, publish, and disseminate a balance of methodological and collaborative research in biomedical data science. Develop and maintain an independent methodologically oriented research program which will include attracting and maintaining external funding. Train graduate students and/or teach courses as needed. Participate in professional, university, and community service appropriate to rank. Participate vigorously in the Whole Communities—Whole Health initiative.    

Prairie View A&M University Research Associate (Electrical and Computer Engineering) Job Title Research Associate (Electrical and Computer Engineering) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Electrical Engineering Proposed Minimum Salary $2,643.59 monthly Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Research Associate for Electrical and Computer Science will perform independent or supervisory roles in research activities in the field of Genomics requiring an advanced level of knowledge in a field of science or learning, are predominantly intellectual and varied in character, and require consistent use of discretion and judgment. Job duties include design and conduct of Illumina sequencing, single cell RNAseq and molecular biology experiments, prepare proposals for funding agencies, operation and maintenance of research equipment, supervision of graduate students and other lab/field personnel in research. This position is on a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. Responsibilities: Design, plan, conduct and coordinate experiments in support of basic and translational genomics research including sequencing library preparation, DNA/RNA sequencing, data processing/analysis and wet lab validation of hypothesis generated by bioinformatics analysis of high throughput genomics data Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of genomics research, focusing on short read Illumina sequencing and single cell studies; keep detailed records of data Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to analyze and interpret RNAseq, single cell RNAseq, whole genome sequencing and epigenetics experiments by performing statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results Summarize results for inclusion in grants, scientific and clientele oriented publications Prepare and write proposals to funding agencies including NIH, NSF and private foundations; maintain financial accounts related to research projects Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research Install, operate and/or repair research equipment including an Illumina sequencer, a fluorescence activated flow cytometer and cell culture equipment. Inventory and order laboratory supplies Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in relevant field Two years of related professional experience. Job Posting Close Date: 12/05/2019 Preferred Education: MS or Ph.D. in Biological, biomedical or medical field Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Familiarity with some of the following techniques: mammalian cell culture, siRNA/Crisper methods to modulate gene expression, RNA/DNA isolation, qPCR, sequencing library preparation, Illumina sequencing, single cell isolation and sequencing, flow cytometry, cell growth, apoptosis, drug response and colony forming assays. Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks. Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others. 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The Molecular and Computational Biology (MCB) section in the Department of Biological Sciences at the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, University of Southern California (USC) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the broad area of cryo-electron microscopy (CryoEM). All candidates at the level of Assistant Professor and exceptional candidates at higher rank will be considered. The successful candidate will have access to superb resources including a Titan Krios and a Glacios Cryo-TEM, both equipped with direct electron detectors. MCB is located on the University Park Campus in Los Angeles, and enjoys a highly collaborative faculty body with diverse biological and biomedical research interests as well as close interactions with other faculty in the Viterbi School of Engineering, Davis School of Gerontology, Keck School of Medicine, and Norris Cancer Center. We are especially interested in attracting candidates who share our commitment to teaching and fostering a climate that embraces collaboration, excellence and diversity. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree with extensive expertise in cryo-electron microscopy, a strong record of research accomplishments, and a plan for developing a first-rate research program. Applications are accepted online at  https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/professor-open-rank-of-molecular-and-computational-biology/1209/14182358 , and must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a summary of current and proposed research, and the names of three individuals who will be contacted by USC for a letter of recommendation. The deadline for receipt of all materials is December 31, 2019. USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

Job no: 498907 Work type: Part-time Location: Cedar Valley Job Title Code FAA Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $48.42 per hour FLSA Exempt Position Type Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students of varying diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience F or credit classes transferable towards a higher degree: Master’s degree or higher in Biology or Biological Sciences (with analysis of major course work to include lab-based courses at the graduate level) or Master’s degree or higher with 18 graduate hours in Biology or Biological Sciences Official transcripts will be required at time of interview. ***Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides students with a written course syllabus. Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning. Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate. Maintains accurate and complete course records. Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean, and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions. Values the collaborative process. Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles and has the ability to incorporate diversity of delivery of such learning styles in instruction. Participates in student advising and registration. Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others. Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations. Complies with Districts board policy, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate. Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests. Serves on and attends college committees as assigned. Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and attends other required college meetings and activities. Participates in his/her own performance appraisal. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. May work with student clubs and/or organizations. Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Districts and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities. Participates in professional development activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Advertised: 13 Nov 2019 Central Standard Time Applications close: 2 Jan 2020 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

The Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering ( www.ee.ethz.ch ) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position. The successful candidate is expected to develop a strong and visible research programme in the area of embedded systems. He or she has a strong background in areas such as cyber physical systems, real-time systems, embedded systems, embedded control, sensor networks, systems on chip (SoC), or related fields. An engineering approach to these topics as well as a research profile showing synergies with other research areas in the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering is welcomed.

Waterfront Assistant The purpose of this position is to provide support in the areas of program delivery, academics, research, group dynamics, logistics, program safety, risk management and site maintenance. The position assists faculty with various research projects, including planning, data gathering, analysis and report writing. The position also assists the Diving Safety Officer and Marine Operations Coordinator in the implementation of the dive and waterfront program. This includes assisting with the safe and prudent conduct of SCUBA, snorkeling, swimming, and boating activities conducted at the Center.   Location: The SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies - South Caicos, Turks & Caicos Islands Contract Dates: January 20, 2020 through August 10, 2020 - contract may be extended following performance review at end of contract. Reports to: Center Director Day to day supervision may be delegated to Dive Safety Officer, Marine Operations Coordinator, Student Affairs Manager, Faculty, and Site Managers as appropriate.   Duties/Responsibilities:        Program Support (approximately 20%) Participate in planning activities prior to the program start and in review/analysis following students' departure Participate in training activities for new center staff prior to and during the program Assist with administrative or logistical tasks such as data logging, purchasing, keeping inventories, record keeping, and routine maintenance of site and equipment as requested Participate in preparation of the Final Reports and other required reports and/or manual revisions as requested Assist with other logistical, group management and administrative tasks Live on-site for the duration of each program period and take meals with the students On a rotating basis, take responsibility for Center-specific "staff of the day" duties Take part in, and occasionally lead, Center upkeep projects, social and field activities At the request of the Center Director, serve as caretaker for Center during program breaks and center rentals At all times, work to ensure good relations between the Center and local community Waterfront Support (50%) Lead recreational and research snorkel and SCUBA dives Drive standard transmission vehicles and boats as needed On a daily basis, maintain waterfront facilities, assist with operations including but not limited to filling tanks, maintaining moorings, boat maintenance, fueling boats Lead Kayak excursions Prepare SCUBA tanks and equipment for recreational and research snorkels and SCUBA dives Assist with vehicle and vessel maintenance Academics (30%) Assist in organizing the library, teaching aids, research materials and projects, community service projects, recreational activities, and other program activities as requested Assist students with academic and research materials and projects Organize and prepare support materials for faculty lectures and field trips including slides, photographs, charts, graphs, maps, field samples and equipment Student Life Help organize students to perform their required tasks in support of the residential aspects of program, e.g., food preparation, recycling efforts, center clean-ups, student committees, etc. Participate in planning activities prior to the program start and in review/analysis following students' departure Participate in the orientation and re-entry components of the program presented to students at the beginning and end of each program period Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems Monitor student morale and assist in solving daily problems at the Center Participate in community service activities Safety & Risk Management Adhere to, actively model, and enforce all SFS and Center policies, procedures, and rules. Participate in the review and revision of Center Risk Assessment and Management plans Recommend and review policies and procedures needed to manage risks Know the emergency procedures plan for the Center, including evacuation plan Participate in the safety portions of the on-site orientation and conduct safety briefings for students and/or staff Complete Incident Reports when appropriate and contribute to Safety Audits Ensure that first aid certifications are kept up to date via periodic courses offered by SFS between program sessions Report infractions of Center rules to the Center Director in a timely fashion Maintain the First Aid equipment and help create and document safety procedures Other duties as required

Job Title: Dean of the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences             Job ID: 21379             Location: Brooklyn College             Full/Part Time: Full-Time             Regular/Temporary: Regular                         POSITION DETAILS             Brooklyn College, a vibrant senior college of the City University of New York, invites applications for the position of Dean of the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences. Founded in 1930 on a beautiful 35-acre campus, Brooklyn College is one of 25 higher educational institutions of the City University of New York (CUNY), the largest urban university system in the nation. The College enrolls approximately 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students and includes 524 full-time faculty members. Students benefit from a broad set of curricular offerings across five schools: Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Natural and Behavioral Sciences; and Visual, Media and Performing Arts.   Brooklyn College provides a transformative education to students from all backgrounds. Educating immigrant and first-generation students and improving the communities the College serves are among the core values of the institution. Rigorous academic programs across the liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies prepare students to become creative problem-solvers and leaders in their chosen fields. Brooklyn College has been nationally-recognized for the outstanding quality of its academic programming and its ability to act as an engine of social mobility.   We seek a visionary leader for the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences with a history of innovative program development and collaborative academic leadership. The ideal candidate will be eager to engage with diversity and exhibit a demonstrated commitment to inclusion and heterogeneity. We seek an individual who can recruit and retain faculty who reflect the diversity of our student body.  Successful candidates will bring their unique creativity, sensitivity, insights and perspectives to a college community that seeks to promote innovation in scholarship and teaching in an urban setting.   The School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences at Brooklyn College includes ten academic departments: Anthropology and Archaeology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer and Information Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Health and Nutrition Sciences, Kinesiology, Math, Physics, and Psychology.  The School includes 170 full-time faculty and enrolls approximately 4,700 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs yearly across a wide range of majors and graduate programs   Working collaboratively with the School’s faculty, students, and staff, the Dean will further develop the academic and intellectual identity of the school to meet the needs of today’s students and faculty in our rapidly changing world. This year the College embarked on developing a new academic plan to guide program development. The Dean will work closely with the chairs, the Provost and other deans to further shape and implement the plan.   Reporting to the Provost, the Dean serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of the School. The Dean sets the standard for intellectual engagement and accomplishment; provides strategic vision and operational leadership based on best practices; ensures the accreditation of programs; vigorously promotes diversity, inclusion, and collaboration in all of the School’s practices; builds community across faculty, staff, and students; ensures students are served by academic programs of the highest quality and effectiveness through assessment and continuous improvement; oversees systems and processes that ensure academic integrity and rigor, including program assessment, program review, departmental planning, and accreditation activities; advances improvements in faculty life; promotes and supports faculty scholarship and grant/contract-seeking pre-and post-tenure; encourages the use of proven effective pedagogies for STEM disciplines and experimentation in pedagogy and programming; oversees processes for faculty hiring and retention; builds external partnerships to support student academic and career preparation and faculty development and research. The Dean conducts third-year review of all new faculty and makes recommendations on reappointments, tenure, and promotion.   As part of the Provost’s Academic Cabinet, the Dean manages the implementation of the college’s strategic plan on the school level in close collaboration with all members of the academic leadership team. She/he oversees the work of the chairs and the academic departments. The Dean works with the vice presidents, deans, associate provosts, senior administrators, and staff across the College to conduct day-to-day operations, improve student success, and further the work of the School.   The Dean formulates fundraising priorities for the School in collaboration with the Provost, faculty, and the Academic Cabinet. She/he works closely with faculty on research grant planning activities. She/he works in partnership with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and the larger development team to help create materials that advance the case for funding and engages in fundraising activities to achieve support. The Dean is a member of the college-wide Policy Council and the Provost’s Academic Cabinet.              

The Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering is seeking applicants for a temporary instructor/lecturer position to teach a 3-credit hour course in Biotransport for the Spring 2019 semester.  The course will emphasize biofluid and biomass transport problems using dimensional analysis, and microscopic/macroscopic/shell balances. The course introduces students to solving mass and momentum transfer problems by reducing partial differential equations to solve steady-state ordinary differential equations.  Responsibilities include undergraduate level teaching, grading, holding office hours, managing teaching assistants related to the course, course assessment and documentation.  The course is scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00-4:15 pm on the Norman campus. The best candidate will have a passion for teaching and interacting with undergraduate students.

Positions Available:  The Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) at the University of Oklahoma (OU) was founded with a historic $30 million gift in 2016, and is currently seeking outstanding Assistant Professor and Associate/Full Professor candidates to start in Fall 2020. Commensurate with experience, Stephenson Chair endowments are available at the Associate/Full level and an endowed Stephenson Professorship may be available at the Assistant Professor level for highly qualified candidates. Significant value is placed on translational research and on research areas synergistic with the existing strengths in SBME. We are seeking applications with emphasis in the areas of: Cancer,  at the Associate/Full Professor level (1 position, OU-Norman campus) Neuroimaging, with human brain focus,  at the Assistant Professor level (1 position at OU-Tulsa campus) The cancer position is eligible for membership with the Stephenson Cancer Center ( SCC ), which achieved NCI designation in May 2018. The Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering and Stephenson Cancer Center are engaged in joint recruitment for this position.

The University of New Hampshire ranks as the #2 institution in ecology research productivity among 316 North American universities scaled by size and also is among the “top 10 best marine biology colleges” according to BioExplorer. UNH’s research scope spans national and international programming capacity and the university holds land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant charters. UNH is the state’s flagship public research university and, as such, it provides comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. Its key purpose is education: students collaborate with faculty in teaching, research, creative expression, and service. Our 15,000 graduate and undergraduate students are served by a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The Department of Biological Sciences has 24 faculty, 500 undergraduate majors, and 40 graduate students and postdocs. The main campus is located in Durham, which is only a short distance to Boston, and less than 10 miles from the Atlantic coast. The academic campus is conveniently located near to two aquatic research stations equipped with research space and vessels, and to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. For additional information regarding all that UNH, Durham, and New Hampshire have to offer, please see www.unh.edu. Summary of Position The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture and the School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineering, both at the University of New Hampshire, invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in marine animal physiology. This position is one of four being filled to enhance UNH’s excellence in marine research and teaching. We seek candidates with marine vertebrate or invertebrate physiology expertise (neuroendocrine, sensory, or behavioral approaches), especially in the context of climate change and/or other anthropogenic influences. The successful candidate will provide vibrant, high-quality instruction to the undergraduate and graduate programs in Biological Sciences, including teaching foundational courses in animal physiology and other courses within the candidate’s area of expertise. The successful candidate is expected to establish a high impact externally funded research program, train graduate students, and contribute to UNH’s marine biology research program. Additional Job Information               Additional state-of-the art research infrastructure, including the University Instrumentation Center, the Research Computing Center, the Center of Integrated Biomedical and Bioengineering Research, and the Hubbard Center for Genome Studies, are available to enrich and enhance the candidate’s research program.  

The Nicholas School of the Environment (NSOE) at Duke University seeks to hire two tenure-track faculty at the Assistant Professor level whose research will build on the School's core research and educational strengths to address key environmental challenges of the 21st century. We invite applicants specializing in any of the following areas: Near-surface geology and geophysics with linkages to Earth resources, such as energy, minerals, water, and soils, or to geohazards. Large- and regional-scale physical oceanography or ocean-atmospheric interactions, with relevance to past, current, and/or future climate. Restoration ecology, developing natural solutions for increasing resilience across multiple systems or at landscapes scales in the face of ongoing environmental changes. Environmental health, broadly defined to include toxicology, environmental exposures and health effects, ecological-human health connections and environmental justice issues. NSOE is a vibrant interdisciplinary community with faculty who conduct both basic and applied research in the physical, biological and social sciences. We anticipate that the successful candidates will be based in Durham, NC, but encourage them to collaborate with faculty from across the Nicholas School, both on main campus and at the Duke Marine Lab campus in Beaufort, NC. These candidates are expected to develop an externally funded and nationally recognized research program, teach and mentor undergraduate, professional and graduate students, and engage in service within NSOE, the University, and in the broader scientific community. The successful candidates are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusivity, respect and excellence.

Adjunct Faculty positions are Part-Time positions filled on an as-needed basis. McLennan Community College is accepting applications for the following disciplines: ARTS & SCIENCES THE FOLLOWING DISCIPLINES REQUIRE A MASTER'S DEGREE WITH AT LEAST 18 HOURS IN THE FIELD TO BE TAUGHT. Anthropology Biology Chemistry Communication Studies (Speech) English French Geography German Government History Librarians Math Philosophy Physics Psychology Sociology Spanish THE FOLLOWING DISCIPLINES REQUIRE A BACHELOR'S DEGREE WITH A MAJOR OR MINOR IN THE DISCIPLINE TAUGHT OR IN A CLOSELY RELATED AREA. Integrated Reading & Writing Development: INSTRUCTORS NEEDED WITH AVAILABILITY DURING WORK WEEK, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:00 AM AND 5:00 PM. HEALTH PROFESSIONS Associate Degree Nursing Clinical Instructor: Minimum Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, three years' experience in a clinical setting, and a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Texas. A Master's Degree in Nursing is preferred. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Instructor: Minimum Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED. Licensed Vocational Nurse with current Texas License, one year of nursing experience in a nursing home. Medical Assisting Instructor: Minimum requirements include an AAS degree in Medical Assisting (Bachelor's Degree in health related field preferred), and 2 years' experience in a clinical setting (administrative experience preferred). Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA): Associate's Degree is required. Must be currently Texas Licensed OTA with previous employment as a Licensed OTA with 2 years clinical experience. Will also accept an OT with a Bachelor's Degree and 1 year of previous employment experience, as well as current Texas licensure as an OT. Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA): Associate Degree is required. Must be currently licensed in Texas as PTA, with 1 year of clinical experience. Surgical Technology Clinical Instructor: Minimum Requirements include possession of the CST credential in the field of Surgical Technology, and two years' experience. Experience may be in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or any combination of both, within the last five years. WORKFORCE EDUCATION Computer Information Systems: Master's Degree in Computer Information Systems or related field is required when instructing transferrable courses. Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or MIS accepted when teaching other CIS courses. Must have a minimum of three years professional work experience in the field. Interpreter Training: Master's Degree in appropriate field is required when instructing transferrable courses, and Bachelor's Degree is required for other Interpreter Training Courses. Certification: Board for the Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) Advanced, Level III, Level III-i, or the equivalent. Three years of recent work experience in the field of interpreting and/or training interpreters. Mental Health/Social Work: Master's Degree in a Social Work or related area from an accredited college or university. Must be a Licensed Master Social Worker and/or Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and have three years of recent work experience in the field of mental health and/or social services or related areas. Hospitality Instructor: Associate's Degree in Hospitality is required. Must have a minimum of three years professional work experience in the field. SALARY For all 3 semester hour courses, which ordinarily meet 3 lecture hours per week in a long semester (3.00 load hours), salaries range between $2,154 and $2,961 depending on the instructor's degree. All other salaries are based on MCC's Summer School and Part-Time salary schedule http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual Click for Faculty Schedule. Credit is not given for experience.   QUALIFIED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: A completed MCC Application for Employment form (Go to www.mclennan.edu/employment to download the employment application.) Resume/Vita Photocopies of College Transcripts *NOTE: : For the purpose of the application process, Official or Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Unofficial transcripts must be verifiable by either a College Seal or URL web address. If you are selected for the position Official Transcripts will be required at that time. Human Resources will forward your application materials to the departments(s) for which you are applying. After review of your qualifications/experience, the department will contact you directly if your credentials meet departmental requirements. Separate application materials are required for each position for which you are applying. *NOTE: this is a security Sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position. For application information, contact the Human Resources Office at 1400 College Dr., Waco, TX 76708, Telephone 254.299.8611, E-mail MCCJobs@mclennan.edu MCC provides equal opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf When inquiring or applying for this job opening, please also reference AcademicCareers.com Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and employment opportunities at McLennan Community College and at other institutions of higher education in the region on www.AcademicCareers.com