Assistant Professor-Biological Sciences

Tenure Track Faculty

Montana Technological University, a regionally accredited college in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, possesses an internationally esteemed reputation of excellence in higher education. Montana Tech’s Biological Sciences Department invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. The Department offers a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences and a Master’s degree in Restoration Ecology. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to this program through effective course instruction and student advising. The successful candidate is also expected to develop a research program geared towards peer-reviewed publications and involvement of undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to instructing undergraduate classes, advising students, and mentoring graduate research. Minimum qualifications include: Ph D. in microbiology, botany, ecology, molecular biology or other closely related field (ABD acceptable; completion required before start date).  Effective oral and written communication skills are required. Individuals with strong backgrounds in research are encouraged to apply. Promotions and award of tenure include both Department standards and Montana Technological University standards.

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Applications received by January 15, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.  Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Duties:

Primary duties for this position include teaching a range of courses that may include but are not limited to:  Botany, Plant Ecology, Restoration Ecology, General Microbiology, Microbiology for Health Science.  The normal teaching expectation is 9 credits/ semester plus active research. Course development in the candidate’s area of expertise is expected.

Student mentoring and research are expected. The candidate is expected to develop research with mutual goals of peer-reviewed publications and undergraduate student involvement.  Efforts to secure external funding are expected. Additional student mentoring is expected for senior research/thesis projects, some of which may be developed independently by the student.

Service duties include active contribution to the department, university, and community. Examples include but are not limited to: advising, assisting in department events, recruiting new students, serving on university committees, and participating in community outreach or volunteer activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned Ph.D. or ABD (completion of Ph.D. required by start date) in microbiology, botany, ecology, molecular biology, or closely relevant field.

• University level teaching experience

• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.

  Preferred Qualifications:

   

• Post-doctoral experience.

• Strong background in soil and water chemistry, microbiology, and plant science.

• Applied experience in molecular sciences

• Strong skills in statistics and/or bioinformatics

• Demonstrated potential for establishing an independent, externally-funded research program.

• Experience with GIS

  For full consideration application materials must be complete.  

  Please include: 

• Cover letter addressing qualifications,

• Resume

• Contact information for 3 professional references. 

   

  For full consideration application materials must be complete.

  Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

  Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

  To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

  Employment (veteran's) preference form

  To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu

  Why Work at Tech?

  Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

  In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.

• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.

• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees

• 11 Holidays per year

• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start

• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.

• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees

• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program

• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees

• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

  • Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

  Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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