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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 (Plant Biology)
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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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54541 |
| Description: |
Armstrong Atlantic
State University invites application for a
tenure track position at the rank of assistant
professor in the Department of Biology. The
appointment will begin August 2008, pending
budgetary approval.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a
strong commitment to undergraduate teaching,
develop research programs that engage
students, and provide appropriate service
to the department and institution.
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| Qualifications: |
A Ph.D. in plant biology or a related field
is required. Candidates with expertise
in plant physiology or development are
especially encouraged to apply. Teaching
duties will include courses in plant biology,
participation in the introductory biology
sequence, and other courses appropriate
to the candidate's area of specialization.
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: |
Complete applications shall consist of a
letter of interest, curriculum vitae,
graduate and undergraduate transcripts,
a statement of teaching philosophy, a
research plan and the names, addresses,
and telephone numbers of at least three
professional references. Applicant packets
should be sent by mail or email to:
Dr. Robert Gregerson, Dept. Head
Biology Department
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419-1997
Robert.Gregerson@armstrong.edu
Review of applications will begin November
15, 2007 and will continue until the position
is filled.
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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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