Biology and Society/Bioscience Ethics

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

The School of Life Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track
position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level beginning Fall,
2010. A Ph.D. is required in an area directly related to our Biology and
Society Program, including for example, in areas of Bioscience Ethics,
History of Biology or Biomedical Sciences, or Philosophy of Biology or
Biomedical Sciences. Candidates must have a primary research interest
and record of accomplishments in a relevant area, and a teaching
competency in introductory bioscience ethics and at least one related
teaching area of competence within Biology and Society at the
undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will be
expected to establish (or for more senior applicants to have
established) an active research program, including seeking funding as
appropriate, and to participate in graduate and undergraduate teaching
in the Biology and Society Program (which includes tracks in Bioethics,
Policy, and Law;  and History and Philosophy of Science).  The ideal
candidate will work within a School of Life Sciences and must have
demonstrated an interest in engaging both life scientists and
humanists/social scientists in their research and teaching.

To apply, submit a letter indicating the position and level for which
you are applying, your curriculum vitae, copies of 2-3 selected
articles, a concise statement of research accomplishments and plans;
statement of teaching interests, experience, and philosophy; and at
least one sample syllabus for an undergraduate course in an area of
bioscience ethics. A minimum of three letters of recommendation should
be sent electronically; please include the names of each letter writer
and email contact information with your application.  Application
materials should be sent to Jane Maienschein, Chair of the Biology and
Society/Bioscience Ethics Search Committee, School of Life Sciences,
Arizona State University, Box 874501, Tempe, AZ 85287-4501. Or full
applications may be sent electronically as pdf files to
anna.fields@asu.edu.  The initial closing date is January 4, 2010, with
applications reviewed weekly thereafter until the search is closed. A
background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is
an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to excellence
through diversity.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  For
additional information on this position and the School of Life Sciences,
please visit http://sols.asu.edu/jobs.

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