The Department of Plant Biology at the University of Vermont (UVM) invites applications for a full time, non-tenure track lecturer starting in August 2023. The Plant Biology Department has an active teaching program with award-winning faculty and a vibrant undergraduate community. The department is home to the Pringle Herbarium, Proctor Maple Research Center, Field Naturalist Master’s Program, and Ph.D. Graduate Program.

Teaching expectations are 4-6 courses per year; these will likely include introductory botany, general biology, and sophomore-level courses for majors, such as Plant Systematics, Field Botany, and Plant Anatomy. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to our undergraduate programs through effective instruction in established and newly developed courses based on their expertise. That candidate will also serve as an academic advisor to undergraduate and graduate students and will be required to provide service to UVM and the wider academic community. We seek a colleague who shares our commitment to mentoring and supporting students
and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and to developing more inclusive and equitable academic practices.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree with an emphasis in plant biology and have demonstrated teaching expertise focusing on plants at the organismal level; ability to teach field courses is particularly desirable. Interested candidates should apply online at https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/58430. Please upload a PDF file containing the following, separate elements: 1) A cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position; 2) A current curriculum vitae; 3) A teaching philosophy statement; 4) A statement on how you will contribute to advancing diversity and inclusive excellence at the University of Vermont; 5) The names and email addresses of three references who can be contacted for letters of support before a candidate is advanced in the search process. After the initial review of applications, references may be contacted to submit their letters directly to the search committee chair. Review will begin on December 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. We anticipate a start date of August 2023. Salary will be set at a level appropriate to the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience. Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Laura Hill, Ph.D.; Senior Lecturer in Plant Biology (Search Committee Chair) Laura.Hill@uvm.edu or Department Chair Jeanne Harris Jeanne.Harris@uvm.edu