Faculty Employment Opportunity
POSITION:
Microbiologist: The Department of Biological Sciences at California State University, Stanislaus invites applications for a tenure-track position in Microbiology at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level. Applicants must have a Ph.D., food-related microbial research experience, and a record of research accomplishments. Applicants at the Associate Professor level must have an established record of funded research and extensive teaching experience. Although all areas of food-related microbiology will be considered, we are particularly interested in individuals trained in food microbiology using cutting-edge approaches in Food Production and Processing, Food Biotechnology, the investigation of Foodborne Pathogens, or the analysis of the Human Microbiome. Candidates are encouraged to establish collaborative projects with individuals within biology, chemistry, agriculture, or other departments and with outside organizations. CSU Stanislaus is located in the San Joaquin Valley, a region heavily influenced by agriculture and food production, processing, and distribution. The successful candidate must be committed to teaching in a primarily undergraduate institution and demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, mentoring, and research with students. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in food microbiology, general bacteriology, courses related to a Food Safety Program, and other courses as needed by the department. Ideal candidates will have the potential to develop new courses in virology, epidemiology, microbial genomics, and/or toxicology. Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Microbiology with an emphasis in food-related processes, pathogens, or technology; a commitment to fostering learning and success in a diverse, multicultural student population. PREFERRED Qualifications:
Post-doctoral experience or demonstrated equivalent experience in food safety; experience teaching and developing curriculum for undergraduate biology courses; demonstrated publication record; experience applying for and obtaining extramural research funding. HOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE: A complete application includes: cover letter specifically addressing the position description and qualifications; statement of teaching philosophy; research statement; curriculum vitae; complete transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework; and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts will be required at time of hiring (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application package). Screening of complete applications will begin on November 1, 2017. The position is open until filled. Submit applications by email, with all materials in a single .pdf file, to: Christi Jantz, Administrative Department Coordinator Biological Sciences Department California State University Stanislaus One University Circle Turlock, CA 95382 cjantz@csustan.edu COMPENSATION: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT and THE COLLEGE: The Department of Biological Sciences at California State University, Stanislaus is a diverse academic community of teacher-scholars and student-scientists engaged in exploring the wonder and diversity of life at all levels of biological organizations, including cells, organisms, and ecological systems. The faculty utilize evidence-based teaching strategies to provide students with a broad exposure to the concepts, processes, and approaches of the biological sciences. We offer our B.S., B.A., and M.S. students comprehensive academic advising, career mentoring, and research opportunities. CAMPUS & AREA: California State University Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six county region of approximately 1.5 million people. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and approximately 400 full-time faculty. Over eighty percent of full time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 41 undergraduate majors, 24 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, and a doctorate in education serving 8,900 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences, and performing arts. CSU Stanislaus continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 373 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks CSU Stanislaus as one of "The Top Public Universities-Master's" institutions in the West in its America's Best Colleges ratings. CSU Stanislaus also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education. CSU Stanislaus values shared governance: https://www.csustan.edu/sites/default/files/groups/Faculty%20Handbook/documents/13as16sec_joint_statement_on_shared_governance1.pdf EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. You can learn more about federal equal employment opportunity protections by accessing the Department of Labor's notices: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf and http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/Supplement_English.pdf. Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667-3159. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. CLERY ACT DISCLOSURE In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, Stanislaus State annually posts the Campus Security Report. The annual report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Stanislaus State; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, and sexual assault. You can obtain a copy of this report at: https://www.csustan.edu/annual-campus-security-report . Or you may request a printed copy by calling: (209) 667-3572; Fax:
(209) 664-7011; or email: compliance@csustan.edu. Information regarding campus security reports at other locations can be found at: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/ CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE The university requires a criminal background check to be completed for all of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Necessary background investigations will be conducted, as required, depending upon the job requirements of position. These could include, but are not limited to, employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and criminal records checks via processing of fingerprints through the Department of Justice and FBI, as well as, license verification upon employment. Additionally, all applicants or employees whose responsibilities include regular or direct contact with minor children are subject to the child abuse background check. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Full disclosure of all misdemeanors and felonies should be made in connection with this application.

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