Job description
Lindsey Wilson University, a United Methodist affiliated liberal arts college located in south central Kentucky, is seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in Biology with expertise in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, or a closely related field. Located on more than 200 partially wooded acres on a hilltop in Columbia, Kentucky, LWC is in the heart of south central Kentucky, in the foothills of Appalachia. Within an hour of Columbia, there are multiple opportunities for outdoor recreation as Lindsey Wilson is located near several major tourist attractions including Lake Cumberland, Mammoth Cave National Park, and Cumberland Falls. It is also less than two hours from the cultural opportunities available in Louisville, KY and Nashville, TN.
Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, and related areas, develop syllabi and assessments in alignment with course objectives, engage students through effective classroom instruction and active learning, provide timely feedback and academic support to students, mentor and advise undergraduate students, maintain appropriate availability for student questions and academic support, engage in scholarly activity appropriate to the discipline, and collaborate effectively with faculty and colleagues.
A Ph. D. in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biology, or a closely related field is required. Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology through research, publications, and/or professional experience is strongly preferred. A record of effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level is preferred. The position requires strong written and oral communication skills, as well as demonstrated ability to mentor and advise students and collaborate effectively with colleagues. The successful candidate will contribute to the undergraduate Biology curriculum through teaching, student mentoring and advising, scholarship, and collaboration with colleagues.
How to apply
To apply, please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae including names and contact information for three professional references, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research philosophy, and unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts (official copies must be submitted prior to hiring) through the Lindsey Wilson University online employment application. Review of applicants will begin immediately and be ongoing until the position is filled.
LWU is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a caring, equity-focused faculty committed to supporting “every student, every day.” LWC strives to hire qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
