VP Area: Arts & Sciences

Department: Arts & Sciences

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefit Eligibility:  Yes

The Department of Biology in the Petree College of Arts and Sciences at Oklahoma City University is seeking tenure track assistant or associate professors whose innovative and creative instruction will complement and enhance the department’s pre-health profession related programs.  Opportunities for leadership of the department are possible for interested and qualified candidates.  

While area of specialization is open, preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Immunology and/or Genetics who can complement the pre-health profession related curriculum.  

The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their teaching, scholarship, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. The Department of Biology is interested in candidates who understand the barriers facing different groups of students and are passionate about helping all students meet their academic and career goals.  

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with a start date of August 2024.  Finalists will be expected to present an engaging teaching demonstration as part of the interview process. 

Qualifications 

A terminal degree in a field closely related to the discipline and previous college teaching experience is preferred.  Compensation, rank, and length of tenure track will be commensurate with experience. 

Duties 

Duties of these positions include teaching 21 credit hours annually (reduced teaching load if leadership position is held), supervising undergraduate research projects, academic advising, active participation in departmental, college, and university service, active participation in the department's assessment program, and participation in student recruiting and retention efforts for the college and the university.   

Procedure for Submitting Applications 

Submit a 1) cover letter with a brief statement of teaching philosophy, 2) curriculum vitae containing list of professional references, and 3) unofficial transcripts. 

Contact For Additional Questions  

Search Chair: Dr. Lindsay Bracken, lebracken@okcu.edu 

Diversity Advocate:  Dr. Christina Hendrickson, chendrickson1@okcu.edu

About the Department of Biology 

Biology students enjoy small class sizes with a variety of traditional and online courses taught by Ph.D. faculty that also guide students through one of four curricular paths (Biology, Biology Education, Biomedical Science, and Cell and Molecular Biology) and through preparation for graduate school and professional programs or employment after graduation.  See department website for more information: www.okcu.edu/biology.  

About the Petree College of Arts and Sciences at Oklahoma City University 

The Petree College of Arts and Sciences embraces the value of a liberal arts education and prepares students in all disciplines to think critically, creatively, and ethically. Our students are challenged to become servant leaders through an education that engages them to become socially and ecologically responsible citizens in our world. Through rigorous coursework taught by excellent faculty, Petree College is committed to an education that is relevant, socially engaged, and life transforming. The faculty and staff of Petree College are not only concerned about preparing students for careers. More importantly, we want to prepare you for life. We hope that you will join us to participate in an education that will make a difference for you and for the world. 

About Oklahoma City University 

Oklahoma City University was founded in 1904 and is a coeducational, urban, private university located in the Uptown district of Oklahoma City. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers a wide variety of degrees in the liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Oklahoma City University is the only Oklahoma institution listed in the top tier of the regional, master's-level university category by U.S. News and World Report magazine. 

Employee Benefits 

The faculty of OCU are afforded a generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to fit the needs of you and your family.  Benefits offered include: health (medical, dental and vision) insurance, flexible spending accounts, university paid life insurance, university paid long-term disability insurance, retirement plans, and tuition remission for employees and qualifying dependents who wish to take classes or pursue a degree at OCU.