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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here

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Tenured/Tenure-Track Positions in Biology

Apply now Job no: 499528
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Faculty - College of Science and Mathematics

Open Rank Tenure-Track/Tenured Positions in Biological & Biomedical Sciences

College of Science & Mathematics

The Department of Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Rowan University invites applications for one or more open rank tenure track/tenured faculty positions in the general areas of biological and biomedical sciences. A Ph.D. in biology or related area is required and prior academic experience and scholarly productivity is expected, commensurate with rank.  Candidates should demonstrate the ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels and guide an active scholarly research program involving undergraduate, MS, and PhD students in biology and related disciplines. The focus of candidates’ research specialization is open to all areas of biological sciences, but candidates with experience in cell biology, particularly mitochondrial functioning in vertebrates or plant cell signaling are especially encouraged to apply.  Successful candidates will be expected to teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses in biology and may be asked to teach and/or develop other upper-level biology courses within their area of expertise.  The successful candidates are also expected to develop and maintain independent, externally funded, and sustainable research programs as well as collaborate with multidisciplinary groups of faculty both within and outside the department as appropriate.

The Department of Biological & Biomedical Sciences is one of six departments in the College of Science & Mathematics, which is also home to the School of Earth & Environment.  The welcoming faculty represent diverse backgrounds in the field and are deeply committed to student support and success.  The department serves nearly 1000 undergraduate and graduate students in the following programs:

  • B.S. and B.A. in Biological Sciences
  • B.S. and M.S. in Bioinformatics
  • M.S. in Clinical Medical Science
  • B.S. in Molecular & Cellular Biology
  • B.S. in Neuroscience
  • B.S. in Translational Biomedical Sciences
  • M.S. and Ph.D. in Complex Biological Systems

 

Qualifications:

  • A Ph.D. in biology or related field is required.
  • Post-doctoral and/or related academic experience strongly preferred.
  • A record of scholarly activity, including peer-reviewed publications and research funding commensurate with rank.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team of multidisciplinary faculty. 

 

Starting Date: September 1, 2024

 

Application Procedure:

The applications must be submitted through Rowan University’s job portal and must contain the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Current detailed CV
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Statement of scholarly/research interests, including applicants' future research goals and plans for obtaining external funding to achieve those goals
  • Names and contact information of three references from whom the applicant has requested letters of support
  • Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position(s) are filled.

Questions should be directed to Dr. Jason Heindl, Search Committee Chair, Department of Biological & Biomedical Sciences (heindl@rowan.edu).

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University’s eight colleges and nine schools offer programs at the bachelor’s, doctoral, and professional levels to 22,000 students across its campuses including the main campus in Glassboro, N.J. and its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford. Rowan focuses on use-inspired research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. A Carnegie-classified (R2/high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Rowan University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.  The Department of Biological & Biomedical Sciences  and the College of Science & Mathematics are dedicated to building a culturally diverse faculty and especially encourages applications from women and individuals from underrepresented groups in higher education.

Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.  For the complete Rowan University non-discrimination and affirmative action policy see:

https://sites.rowan.edu/equity/_docs/policies/eeo-statement.pdf

 

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About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Rowan University is home to eight colleges and nine schools. For more information on these colleges, please click here.

Now celebrating its Centennial, Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality and affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Non-Discrimation at Rowan University

Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, titleIXcoordinator@rowan.edu, 856-256-5440.

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Residency Requirements

Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

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Rowan University is committed to assisting all members of the Rowan community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Department of Public Safety website at: https://sites.rowan.edu/publicsafety/_docs/annual_security_report.pdf

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the Department of Public Safety Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or 4506.

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