Assistant Professor of Biology/Environmental Science and Studies

The Department of Biology and the Department of Environmental Science & Studies at Washington College invite applications for a joint tenure-track Assistant Professor starting in August 2025. Tenure expectations include teaching excellence, a pattern of productive scholarship leading to peer-reviewed publications, and effective participation in the shared governance of the College.

A typical course load consists of two lectures and two labs each semester during the academic year (3/3 load). This will include introductory and upper-level courses in both departments, as well as courses in the candidates area of expertise. Faculty are also expected to mentor senior thesis students, provide academic advising support, and contribute to department and college-wide service.

The faculty of the Departments of Biology and Environmental Science & Studies are committed to rigorous and inclusive experiential education, development of innovative courses, and the potential for engaging students both within and outside the classroom. We provide numerous curricular and co-curricular experiential learning opportunities including short-term study abroad courses. We pride ourselves on being a student-centered institution, focusing on student success in and out of the classroom. We also value strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate clearly and engage with a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty. The Center for Environment and Society supports community engagement and provides additional support for teaching and research including access to the college's 4700-acre River and Field Campus and research vessels.

Founded in 1782, Washington College is a selective liberal arts college in the Chesapeake Bay watershed on Maryland's Eastern Shore and was the first college chartered in the sovereign United States of America. Washington College invests in the success of its faculty through funding for travel and scholarship, support for curriculum development, and pre- and post-tenure leaves. Curricular development is further supported by the Cromwell Center for Teaching and Learning and a diverse community of passionate teacher-scholars. Being part of the Washington College community means enjoying a beautiful campus in historic Chestertown, ready access to the Chester River and Chesapeake Bay, and proximity to exciting cities (Baltimore, Washington DC, Philadelphia).

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• a letter of intent indicating how you will complement or expand the existing program
• a curriculum vitae
• astatement, not to exceed three pages, describing your teaching philosophy, research interests and future plans, and the ways in which you promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, mentoring, and/oroutreach. Please submit this statement as one document.
• names of three professional references with contact information. References will be contacted only for candidates who advance to finalist interviews.

Applications will be reviewed beginning October 15th, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Application materials must be submitted through the college's employment portal: [LINK]. To be considered, you must submit all materials.

Inquiries regarding this appointment can be directed to Dr. Rebecca Fox (rfox3@washcoll.edu), Chair of Environmental Science and Studies, and Dr. Martin Connaughton (mconnaughton2@washcoll.edu), Chair of Biology.

Washington College values diversity within our students, faculty, and staff, and strives to recruit, develop, and retain talented people of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Washington College does not discriminate in employment on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws. For information on Washington College's Title IX compliance, please visit https://www.washcoll.edu/title-ix/ .

Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check and establishment of identity and verification of employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Washington College provides a competitive benefits package.

It is the policy of Washington College to provide reasonable accommodations. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact hr@washcoll.edu.

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  • A Ph.D. in ecology (or a closely related field) with a focus on terrestrial ecology and an emphasis on how humans interact with the environment. PhD must be completed by the start of August 2025
  • Experience teaching lectures and/or labs at a college-level or comparable experience
  • Track record of successful research
  • Expertise that diversifies those of existing faculty in Biology and Environmental Science & Studies
  
  
  
  

• Preferred
  
  
  
  • Experience developing lectures and labs
  • Track record of contributing service to previous institutions of employment, the greater scientific community, or your local/regional community