IUPUC—Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus—has delivered high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs aligned with and responsive to regional educational needs since 1970. Applications are being accepted for an Assistant Professor position in the biology program in the Division of Science at IUPUC. 

IUPUC is located in Columbus, Indiana, and enrolls between 1,500 and 1,800 students annually. Columbus is located one hour south of Indianapolis, 1¼ hours from Louisville, and 1½ hours from Cincinnati. Columbus is a unique midwestern community with a population of 46,000 known for its world class architecture. The American Institute of Architects ranked Columbus sixth in the nation for architectural innovation and design – right behind Chicago, New York, Boston, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. There are wonderful programs for young children, many parks, excellent philharmonic orchestra, and people trails. The community is also well known for its culture and its predilection for innovation. For further information visit http://www.iupuc.edu/ and http://columbus.in.us. 

University-sponsored benefit plans are a significant part of Indiana University's total compensation package. You may want to go to www.hr.iu.edu/benefits to learn more about the resources, services, and other generous benefits available to Indiana University employees. 

A tenure track appointment is available on August 1, 2022, at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Division of Science at IUPUC. 

REQUIREMENTS:  Candidates should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the specialty areas, or a related field. The successful candidate will teach lectures and labs in one or more of the following areas of specialty: human anatomy, physiology, cell biology, microbiology, or biochemistry. The successful candidate also may be expected to teach courses in general biology for majors and non-majors.

Qualifications include experience teaching undergraduate biology courses. Two laboratory classrooms with preparation areas are available for research activities. Candidates with a research focus on the scholarship of teaching and learning are encouraged to apply. In addition, the candidate needs to have the ability and interest to work with a diverse student population. Candidates should have the desire to improve conditions in and access to higher education for underrepresented students. Strong oral and written communication skills are a must. Successful teaching at the university level is very important. 

PREFERENCES: Two semesters of experience in teaching traditional and non-traditional undergraduate students and demonstrated capacity to collaborate with faculty across disciplines is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with a record of teaching one or more of the following: human anatomy, physiology, cell biology, microbiology, or biochemistry. Preference will also be given to applicants who have a record of teaching and serving underrepresented populations and first-generation college students and a demonstrated commitment to student and community engagement. 

Qualified applicants interested in the position must apply online at https://jobs.iu.edu/ 

Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit a curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and a letter of interest. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until a candidate is selected. 

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. James Mendez via email at mendezja@iupui.edu