The Department of Biology at Utah Valley University seeks to hire five Tenure-Track Faculty positions in the areas of Anatomy & Physiology, General Biology, and Plant Breeding/Horticulture.

Successful candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to effective undergraduate teaching utilizing inclusive, data-driven pedagogies and exhibit an ability to establish an active and welcoming research program that centers around the mentoring of diverse undergraduates and leads to peer-reviewed publications. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a willingness to engage in professional development, collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to promote the university’s mission and values, and serve on department, college, and university committees as fitting a tenure-track position.

UVU is committed to preparing all students for success in an increasingly complex, diverse, and globalized society. We value and promote collegial relationships and mutual respect among students, faculty, staff, and the community. We acknowledge and seek to address the needs of populations who are underserved as well as students with varying levels of academic preparation. As such, we welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds who are eager to help construct and maintain a culture of inclusion within biology education and research, and who act with resolute commitment to eliminate barriers to college access, success, and completion. UVU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access employer. 

Requirements

Teaching responsibilities for Anatomy and Physiology positions (three positions) include some combination of Human Anatomy (ZOOL 2320), Human Physiology (ZOOL 2420), Intro to Human A&P (ZOOL 1090), and/or Pathophysiology (ZOOL 4400). Preferred candidates will also have the ability to teach general biology (BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1610). Suggested areas of research for these positions could include science education, comparative anatomy/physiology, biomechanics, evolutionary biology, developmental biology, evolutionary anatomy/physiology, zoology, mammalogy, biomedical science, veterinary science, or related fields.

Responsibilities for the General Biology position include teaching Introduction to Biology for non-majors and acting as coordinator for the course with reassigned time for the coordination. The candidate will hold a leadership role in guiding the improvement of BIOL 1010 and other general education life science courses through curricular design, assessment, and collaboration with faculty teaching the courses. All areas of research will be considered with preference given to candidates with biology education research or similar.

Teaching responsibilities for the Plant Breeding/Horticulture position include BOT 3340 Plant Biology, courses in the horticultural program, developing a plant breeding course, as well as contributing to teaching undergraduate core courses which may include: General Biology (BIOL 1010) and College Biology I (BIOL 1610). Possible research areas include, but are not limited to, plant breeding systems, plant biotechnology, and/or agronomic or horticultural practices.

Who is UVU

Utah Valley University is the largest public university in the state of Utah with over 40,000 undergraduate students, and one of a few in the US offering a dual-mission model that combines the rigor and richness of a first-rate teaching university with the openness and vocational programs of a community college.  As an open-enrollment institution, UVU serves a diverse population that includes many working, non-traditional (24+ years old), and first-generation students. The university community is comprised of people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds and is actively involved in interfaith and intercultural activities. UVU provides an abundance of resources for both teaching and scholarly activities, such as certifications and workshops through our Office of Teaching and Learning, and a plethora of internal funding opportunities at the University, College, and Departmental levels. Additionally, UVU offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, an excellent retirement program, and free parking and public transportation passes.

UVU is located in Orem, Utah, at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains about 40 miles south of Salt Lake City. We are centrally located along public transportation, which spans from Provo to Ogden, including Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City has a bustling food and arts scene, an international airport, and access to multiple professional sports teams. Along the entire Wasatch Front, you are always within 30 minutes of hiking, skiing, and other outdoor recreational activities, along with a variety of family-friendly entertainment options including Hogle Zoo, Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, and the nature discovery museums and gardens at Thanksgiving Point. Additionally, UVU is within four hours of six national parks and the highest concentration of dark sky parks anywhere in the world.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctorate in a relevant biological field to the applied position. Candidates applying to Anatomy and Physiology positions are also eligible with a professional terminal degree (MD, DO, DVM, DPT, or MBBS degree).

•  ABD applications will be considered if doctorate verification is received by May 31, 2023.

• Evidence of experience teaching undergraduate students in related discipline.

For more information and to apply please visit our website

1.       Interest in Tenure-Track Faculty – General Biology https://www.uvu.jobs/postings/30759

2.       Interest in Tenure-Track Faculty – Plant Breeding/Horticulture https://www.uvu.jobs/postings/30747

3.       Interest in Tenure-Track Faculty – Anatomy, Physiology, Pathophys  https://www.uvu.jobs/postings/30881

Online application will include a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, research statement (with a plan for incorporation of undergraduate students), statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion (highlighting understanding of these topics and plans for advancing equity and inclusion if hired), and list of 3-5 professional references.