Application Deadline: September 1, 2019
The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Western Connecticut State University is seeking a scholar in systematic biology to instruct a Master’s-level course in systematics during Spring 2020 (see course description here: http://catalogs.wcsu.edu/grad1819/sas/courses/biology/ .
Students enrolled in the MS in Integrative Biological Diversity Program include diverse, non-traditional students who are seeking careers in conservation and resource management (http://catalogs.wcsu.edu/grad1819/master-of-science-in-integrative-biological-diversity/). The ideal candidate will offer a course that can provide students hands-on experience and practical skills in contemporary tree-building methods and software, with an eye to how systematics may be used in conservation, policy, and management. The candidate will need to be able to instruct on evenings and/or weekends, and a hybrid instructional design (online + in-person) is possible.
A PhD and evidence of scholarly activity in systematics or related field are required. We welcome applications from candidates interested in sharing their expertise with the department. Candidates should send: a CV, and suggested list of topics to cover in the class to Theodora Pinou at PinouT@wcsu.edu by September 1, 2019.
Western Connecticut State University is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer.