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The Division of Science and Environmental Policy (SEP) is seeking a marine organismal biologist/physiologist. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with other division faculty to teach courses, develop curricula, advise/mentor students, and conduct research that involves undergraduate students. 

SEP is a collaborative group of interdisciplinary scientists and staff who offer a B.S. in Environmental Science, Technology, and Policy (ESTP), a B.S. in Biology, and an M.S. in Coastal and Watershed Science & Policy. We emphasize hands-on, applied, field-based learning in a wide range of natural habitats in the Monterey Bay region, and work in a supportive, collegial setting.  Additional information about SEP and its degree offerings may be found at http://sep.csumb.edu/.

 

California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is a comprehensive public university committed to serving the diverse people of California, especially the historically underserved communities. The university values an educational environment of cultural and linguistic diversity and gender equity; ethical reflection and practice; effective and experimental use of technologies as resources for people and catalysts for learning; and the integration of cross-disciplinary models enabling students, faculty and staff to engage in innovative instruction and coordinated service learning. The curriculum is organized around student learning outcomes. It is global in perspective and of sufficient breadth and depth to meet local, regional, and statewide needs, specifically those of both isolated rural communities and inner-city populations. The campus is located on Monterey Bay, 100 miles south of San Francisco.

 

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses, as needed, in two or more of the following areas: plant/animal form and function, animal physiology, marine organismal biology, bioethics, writing & critical thinking, or other writing-intensive courses for science majors.
• Oversee undergraduate research in Biology and ESTP.
• Work closely with SEP faculty as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in biology, physiology, zoology or a related field.
• Experience teaching biology, particularly at the undergraduate level.
• Track record of successful research in marine biology at the organismal level.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications:
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate research projects and/or internships, including students from diverse cultural, ethnic, educational, and economic backgrounds.
• Experience and interest in teaching writing in the sciences.
• Experience in writing grant proposals and securing extramural funding.

Interested candidates are welcomed and urged to contact Dr. Sharon Anderson, shanderson@csumb.edu for detailed information about CSUMB, SEP, our degree programs, or the specific demands of this position.

Appointment Date: August 17, 2010 (Fall Semester 2010)

Salary: Commensurate with background and experience. This is a tenure-track faculty position with an attractive benefits package, which includes an excellent choice of medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability coverage, life insurance, educational incentives, and retirement benefits, http://www.calstate.edu/Benefits/Summaries/2007_Faculty-Unit%203.pdf. We also offer access to affordable campus housing, http://csumb.org/cehi/home.html.

Application Procedures:

All applicants must apply on-line at https://csumb.edu/general/uhr/jobs/db/fac/. A complete application includes the following:
• Online Application.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• A cover letter that describes how you fit the qualifications listed above, including experience in: 1) teaching and mentoring diverse students; 2) teaching writing and bioethics; 3) organismal marine biology research that involves undergraduates; 4) working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment;
• A statement that describes your conception of teaching and learning, how you teach, why you teach that way, and how your approach aligns with the CSUMB Vision (http://csumb.edu/site/x11496.xml)
• List of at least four professional references, with telephone numbers, email addresses, and an explanation of your relationship with that reference. At least two of these references must be knowledgeable about your teaching expertise and ability to work with a diverse undergraduate population.

Each document/file must be no more than 5MB (five megabytes) in file size. Only documents/files with the following extensions can be accepted: Microsoft Word (doc.), Adobe Acrobat (.pdf), Rich Text (.rtf) or Plain Text (.txt) files.

Upon offer of employment candidate must provide original transcript as evidence of attainment of highest degree. Online applications with attachments must be received by 5:00 P.M. JANUARY 5, 2010, TO BE GUARANTEED A REVIEW. Online submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned. Please do not fax or mail a printed version of the online application, as it will not be accepted.

Should you need assistance or if you require accommodation with the application process, please contact Academic Personnel at (831) 582-3385, or California Relay Service (for Hearing Impaired) at (800) 735-2929. You may also visit the Campus Service Center at the corner of A Street and Sixth Avenue for computer/online access. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.

CSUMB is an EEO employer committed to excellence through diversity. All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.