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Assistant Professor
Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
| Working Title | Assistant Professor |
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| Position Location | Fort Collins, CO |
| Work Location | Position is fully in-office/in-person |
| Posting Number | 202300353F |
| Proposed Annual Salary Range | 62,000 to 65,000 |
| Employee Benefits | Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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| Position Type | Faculty |
| Work Hours/Week | 40 |
| Description of Work Unit | The Department of Biology at Colorado State University (CSU) is one of eight departments in the College of Natural Sciences. The Department has a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, as well as an international reputation for excellence in research across a broad range of disciplines, including cell and molecular biology, physiology of plants or animals, animal behavior, ecology, evolutionary biology and computational/theoretical biology. The Department of Biology is housed in a state-of-the-art life sciences research facility that opened in 2017. As a land grant University and as nationally recognized innovators, we are committed to the foundational principles of diversity and inclusion. We recognize that our institutional success depends on how well we welcome, value, and affirm all members of the Colorado State community and how we represent diverse perspectives in our teaching, research, and service throughout all disciplines. Diversity and inclusion resources at CSU include The Institute for Learning and Teaching (tilt.colostate.edu), Principles of Community (inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/resources/principles-of-community), and the Office of Inclusive Excellence (inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu). Colorado State University provides a highly supportive environment with opportunities to interact with faculty in other colleges on campus and to participate in the Graduate Degree Program in Cell and Molecular Biology (https://cmb.colostate.edu/), the Graduate Degree Program in Ecology (https://ecology.colostate.edu), and other interdisciplinary programs. For more information about CSU in general and the Biology Department in particular, please visit the Biology Department website: https://www.biology.colostate.edu. Colorado State University is a land-grant Carnegie Class Doctoral/Research-Extensive University. In the last decade, CSU has produced record enrollment, built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success; record fundraising far outpacing ambitious goals; groundbreaking research driven by a highly productive faculty; a campus revitalized by a transformational building campaign; and, perhaps most important, an unrivaled learning environment where nine of 10 recent graduates say they would choose CSU again and rate their education as excellent. CSU is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, and is situated on nearly 5,000 acres of land, including the main campus, a foothills campus, the Agricultural Research Development & Education Center (ARDEC), and a mountain campus. Read more about the university at the CSU Undergraduate Admissions Page at http://admissions.colostate.edu . Fort Collins is located next to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains about 65 miles north of Denver, nestled along the Cache La Poudre River, the first river in Colorado to be designated a National “Wild and Scenic River.” Fort Collins has a population of over 165,000 and is ranked among the most educated and healthiest cities in the nation. This ranking reflects the highly educated workforce, drawn to Fort Collins by the strong academic environment and the clean and sustainable industries that thrive in the community. The city of Fort Collins is consistently ranked as one of the “Best Places to Live in America,” with nearly 50 similar designations from numerous magazines and polls since 2005 (see: http://www.fcgov.com/visitor/fcfacts.php ). A 2010 Gallup Poll ranked Fort Collins as the third best city in the nation for overall well-being. The city of Fort Collins boasts an outstanding public school system and a multitude of cultural activities, including a center for performing arts, a symphony orchestra, repertory theaters, choral society, and a dance company. The historic Old Town district of Fort Collins hosts live music and thriving local dining scene throughout the year. The city maintains several indoor pools, indoor soccer fields, ice arenas, over 600 acres of parks, 30,000 acres of natural areas, and over 20 miles of pedestrian, biking, and hiking trails. |
| Tenure/Tenure Track? | No |
| % Research | 0 |
| % Teaching | 90 |
| % Service | 10 |
| % Administration | 0 |
| To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on | 10/15/2023 |
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| Position Summary | The Department of Biology at Colorado State University invites applications for a Biologist at the rank of Assistant Professor (Continuing Faculty, non-tenure track) with content and pedagogical expertise to teach in the following courses: non-majors Introductory Biology, Cell Biology, and Developmental Biology or other relevant courses depending on department teaching needs. The position involves undergraduate instruction in both face-to-face and online formats, including course development, (90%) and service (10%). The successful candidate will have the option to expand their 9-month contract by teaching courses in summer session for additional pay. |
| Conditions of Employment | Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants | Interested applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and a combined statement of teaching, mentoring, and diversity, equity, and inclusion by the full consideration deadline of 11:59pm MT on 10/15/2023. The combined statement of teaching, mentoring and diversity can be submitted in the “Other Document” category. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The Department of Biology will not sponsor a visa for this position. |
| Background Check Policy Statement | Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. |
| EEO Statement | Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education . |
| Diversity Statement | Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.. |
| Search Contact | Tyler Heyne, tyler.heyne@colostate.edu |
Essential Duties
| Job Duty Category | Undergraduate Teaching |
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| Duty/Responsibility |
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| Percentage Of Time | 90 |
| Job Duty Category | Service |
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| Duty/Responsibility |
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| Percentage Of Time | 10 |
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