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Post Doctoral Fellow - Biology
James Madison University | |
$60,000 | |
United States, Virginia, Harrisonburg | |
800 South Main Street (Show on map) | |
April 25, 2024 | |
Working Title: Post Doctoral Fellow - Biology State Role Title: N/A Position Type: Instructional / Teaching Faculty Position Status: Full-Time College/Division: College of Science and Mathematics Department: 550872 - INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE GRANT 18 Pay Rate: Maximum Starting Specify Range or Amount: $60,000 Is this a JMU only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? Yes. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon continued funding. Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No Beginning Review Date: Apr 23, 2024 About JMU: Mission General Information: The James Madison University's Department of Biology invites applications for a Teaching and Inclusive Excellence Postdoctoral Fellow to begin in July 2024. The appointment is for one year. There are many opportunities for professional development and the postdoctoral scholar will have the chance to cultivate their own interests in inclusive excellence and college science teaching. The Fellow will work closely with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Inclusive Excellence (HHMI IE) Team, receiving mentorship in teaching and inclusive excellence in preparation for a future academic career. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to participate in activities within the JMU community and beyond (e.g., national conferences, HHMI meetings) in benefit to their professional growth. Duties and Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include teaching two course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) for transfer or introductory students as well as one further course of their interest or design. In addition, the postdoctoral scholar will participate in the department's HHMI-funded Inclusive Excellence (IE) project aimed at promoting a more inclusive life science environment for undergraduates at JMU, with a specific focus on supporting transfer and first-generation college students. Based on their interests, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to and advance ongoing IE work in the areas of educational development, programming in an intentionally designed community space intended to foster students' academic and personal growth, advancing novel experiences in benefit of transfer students, and evaluating inclusive excellence innovations. Qualifications: A Ph.D. by the start date is required. Candidates must demonstrate a strong potential for and interest in mentoring undergraduate students. Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to fostering inclusion in pedagogy and research. Experience with undergraduate teaching is desirable, but not required. Conditions of Employment: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. Additional Posting Information: JMU's Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG. EEO Statement: James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you. |