Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology (tenure-track, full-time, 9 month contract).

Teaching undergraduate biology courses, including foundational courses in the biology major, entomology or invertebrate zoology, and advanced courses depending on the candidate's expertise and departmental need. Participation in scholarly activities, academic advising to students, and department, college and university service is required. It is expected that the successful candidate remain professionally active in the biology community.

A doctorate in biology or closely related field completed by June 30, 2010, specialization in entomology or invertebrate zoology, strong commitment to undergraduate education, willingness to collaborate with students and colleagues, commitment to become involved in university service, and a demonstrated commitment to or experience with racially diverse populations. Experience teaching and directing research at the undergraduate level and a broad biology background are preferred. Demonstrable oral and written communications skills are required.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Employment will require a criminal background check. Appointment begins August 22, 2010

Send 1) a letter of application addressing qualifications, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a brief summary of your teaching philosophy and commitment to diversity, 4) copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts and 5) two current letters of recommendation (referees should comment on the applicant's potential as an effective teacher). Hard-copy submissions preferred and encouraged

Employment will require a criminal background check.

Dr. Jeff Huebschman, Search Committee, UW-Platteville, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI 53818; Phone: (608) 342-1742; Email: huebschj@uwplatt.edu

The Department of Biology has 14 faculty and staff members. The department offers an undergraduate degree in biology with emphases in biohealth/physiology, botany, cytotechnology, ecology, molecular/genetics, secondary education, and zoology. We emphasize experiential learning and have up-to-date, well-equipped labs and classrooms in Boebel Hall. The UWP Pioneer Farm offers a multitude of field-based research and teaching opportunities in agro-ecology and, in conjunction with the UWP Forensic Investigation Research Facility, is also available for forensic entomology studies. More information is available at: http://www.platt.edu/biology.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, enrolls about 7,000 students in primarily undergraduate programs in 40 majors, including institutional emphasis areas of agriculture, criminal justice, education, engineering, and technology management. The university is recognized as a cultural and educational center for the tri-state region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. http://www.uwplatt.edu

Platteville is a friendly, progressive community of 10,000 set in the beautiful rolling landscape of Southwest Wisconsin. It offers an excellent school system, high quality municipal and medical facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and a vibrant business/industrial community. More information is available at http://www.ci.platteville.wi.us/.