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*As a unit
of the University System of Georgia, Armstrong Atlantic State University's
vacant faculty positions are also posted at the University
System of Georgia Applicant Clearinghouse.
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Position Title:
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Assistant Professor - Microbiology
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Department:
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Biology |
Position Begins:
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August
2008 |
Status:
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9-month; Tenure Track |
Benefits Available:
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Yes |
PVA *
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56417 |
| Description: |
The Biology Department
at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah,
Georgia is seeking applications for a tenure-track
Assistant Professor position beginning in August
2008 pending budgetary approval.
Teaching duties will include courses in
introductory biology, microbiology for
majors and allied health students, advanced
microbiology courses such as applied or
environmental microbiology, and other
courses appropriate to the candidate's
area of specialization. Successful candidates
for the position must demonstrate a strong
commitment to undergraduate teaching,
develop research programs that engage
undergraduate students, and provide appropriate
service to the department and institution.
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| Qualifications: |
A Ph.D. in microbiology or a related field
is required. Candidates with expertise
in environmental microbiology are especially
encouraged to apply. Previous experience
teaching microbiology courses strongly
preferred.
Employment is contingent upon successful
completion of a background investigation.
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| The University: |
Armstrong Atlantic
State University is a four-year coeducational
senior unit in the University System of Georgia
and has an enrollment of more than 6800 students.
It is located approximately twelve miles south
of the historic district of the city of Savannah
on a modern 268 acre campus. The core mission
of the university is a strong liberal arts
education for all students, and the strategic
directions of the university are applied science
and technology, teacher education, health professions,
and community and economic development. |
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| The Community: |
Armstrong is located
in historic Savannah Georgia, a coastal city
located 250 miles southeast of Atlanta, Georgia
and 150 miles north of Jacksonville, Florida.
Savannah has long been known as a charming
city; rich in beauty, cultural diversity, support
for the arts, and opportunities for recreation.
In the last decade the city has capitalized
on its diverse manufacturing base, flourishing
tourist industry, and thriving port to become
the economic motor for the region. With a metropolitan
area population of 296,232 and an adjacent
six-county population of 471,000, Savannah
is well-positioned for future growth. The university
campus is 20 miles from sandy beaches, and
only a mile or so from crabbing, shrimping,
and saltwater fishing. |
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| Salary: |
Competitive and commensurate
with education and experience. Excellent benefits
package. |
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| Application Process: |
Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial
graduate and undergraduate transcripts,
statement of teaching philosophy, research
plan, and the names and contact information
of at least three references to:
Dr. Traci Ness
Biology Department
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn Street,
Savannah, GA 31419-1997
Traci.Ness@armstrong.edu
Review of applications will begin April
7, 2008 and will continue until the position
is filled. Only complete applications
will be reviewed.
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Armstrong Atlantic State University is
an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer.
Georgia is an Open Records Law
state.
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