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Southern Oregon University is a welcoming community committed to inclusive excellence and the celebration of diversity. Without diversity, our educational process is diminished. Working together in support of our commitment to diversity, we strengthen and enrich our role as learners, educators and members of a tightly connected global community. We encourage those who share in our commitment to diversity, to join our community and we expect all our employees to demonstrate an ability and desire to create an inclusive campus community.

The School of Science and Business at Southern Oregon University (SOU) is seeking candidates for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Biology – Botany/Plant Physiology.

Teaching responsibilities will include plant physiology (a core requirement of the major) and upper-division elective courses in their areas of expertise, which may include but is not limited to biogeochemistry, field botany, plant form and function, plant ecology, plant pathology and plant systematics. Additional teaching will include introductory courses in biology and may include development of science-based, non-majors general education courses. The position will work collaboratively with programs/majors in biology, ecology & conservation, and environmental science. Because SOU is located within the botanically diverse Klamath Mountains ecoregion, preference will be given to candidates whose teaching and research integrates botanical resources from the diverse Klamath Mountains ecoregion. Teaching may include online courses.

Initial appointment at the rank of assistant professor requires a terminal degree in Biology, Botany, Plant Physiology, or related field, or ABD, from an accredited institution.

Other responsibilities include advising, departmental and university service, curriculum development, research, professional affiliations as appropriate, and other responsibilities as assigned.

We offer excellent comprehensive health and retirement benefits. The start date is September 2024 and the position will be open until filled with priority deadline of January 2nd, 2024.

Southern Oregon University is a public liberal arts institution of approximately 4,000 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students. The surrounding area is known for cultural offerings such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Ashland International Film Festival, and the Britt Music Festival. The region is noted for its unparalleled biodiversity and the university lies in close proximity to the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. The Rogue Valley is renowned for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and biking. We offer excellent comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

Professorial: Teaching, scholarship, professional development and service.