Assistant Professor in the biological sciences beginning fall semester, 2012.

Teach lecture/lab courses in Biology I (freshman biology for majors), advanced Zoology courses which incorporate phylogenetic and / or molecular approaches, and human anatomy and physiology courses. Applicants with other interests will be considered. Teach introductory and advanced courses for biology majors and non-majors, depending on applicant expertise and needs of the department. Advising of Biology/Zoology majors. Active involvement in professional activities, including support of student research. University-wide responsibilities including committee work.

Earned doctorate in an area of Biological Science. Commitment to undergraduate Christian College teaching and pedagogical excellence. Profess personal relationship with Jesus Christ and lifestyle modeling Christian commitment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work as member of a motivated team.

Dynamic department with eight full-time members. State of the art learning environments – laboratories, equipment. Support majors in: Biology, Zoology, Environmental Science, and Science Education.

Submit letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts (initially), reference contact information, and statements of faith and teaching philosophy, and the role of a teacher-scholar in the context of an evangelical Christian university. Review of applications will begin immediately upon receipt.

Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology

Department of Biological Sciences

Biola University’s Department of Biological Sciences is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant/Associate Professor position with successful teaching experience in physiology and anatomy. Applicants must have a minimum of a PhD degree in a biological science or a closely related field. Academic position with a load of 12 units per semester. Other responsibilities include student advising and leadership, along with active participation in departmental and university-wide affairs. The candidate must have a strong Christian commitment with an interest in the integration of faith and science.

Biola is an evangelical Christian university where faculty endorse a university statement of Christian faith and community values and are committed to the integration of faith and learning. Biola is committed to diversity and seeks faculty who can contribute to multicultural understandings. Biola serves a student body of approximately 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is accredited by WASC. For more information on Biola, visit www.biola.edu.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of interest and curriculum vitae to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education, 13800 Biola Avenue, La Mirada, California 90639-0001, or electronically to shirley.sims@biola.edu. Applications will be mailed to promising candidates.

Position Opening: Lab Coordinator

Houghton College NY
Full Time, 10 Months 
Reports to: Associate Dean of Natural Sciences and Mathematics 

Required Qualifications: 
. BA or BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related field. (MS 
preferred.)
. Proficient in handling chemicals, making solutions, and familiar with the 
operation of laboratory equipment (e.g. gas chromatographs, teaching mass 
spectrometer, 60 MHz NMR, atomic absorption, UV-Vis and IR spectrophotometers, 
genetic analyzer, incubators, thermocyclers).

. Highly organized. 
. Motivated and able to work independently. 
. Effective communicator able to collaborate with multiple teaching faculty 
 members across departments. 

Additional Qualifications: 
. Experience with troubleshooting electronics and/or chemical instrumentation. 
. Knowledge of regulations surrounding chemical safety and disposal of chemical   waste. 

Job Responsibilities: 
. Responsible for Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) plan for the division. 
. Responsible for the divisional safety training course – once yearly safety 
training for faculty and students. 
. Make preparations for labs, and ensure necessary reagents and equipment are 
 ready and available for faculty and teaching assistants. 
. Maintain biology and chemistry stockrooms, monitor lab supplies, keep 
 inventory current, and order supplies and equipment as necessary. 
. Place and manage orders for chemicals, equipment and routine supplies for 
 faculty. 
. Manage student orders for parts for the Science Honors course. 
. Work closely with the Safety Officer and faculty to gather, reduce, and 
coordinate disposal of chemical waste. 
. Coordinate needs and programs with faculty and teaching assistants on weekly 
 basis. 
. Perform regular operational tests and maintenance on instruments for 
 Chemistry and Biology.

. Routine measurements on all safety equipment including hoods, eye wash 
 stations, and safety showers. 
. Other tasks as required for smooth operation of the Biology and Chemistry 
 laboratory courses. 
. Coordinate the laboratory assistants for Biology and Chemistry courses. 

To apply please submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and statement 
 of Christian commitment to: 
Human Resources Department 
Houghton College 
Houghton, NY 14744 

jobs@houghton.edu  (Application materials preferred via email)

The Faraday Institute

St Edmund’s College 
Cambridge CB3 0BN 
POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE IN NATURAL DISASTERS 

A position has become available for a Research Associate to carry out a project 
sponsored by the Faraday Institute for Science and Religion, St. Edmund’s 
College, Cambridge [www.faraday-institute.org]. It is available immediately, and
will continue until the end of January 2015. The research associate will conduct a study into the way in which cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs, 
behaviours and practices of people cause them to respond differently to 
natural  disasters, 
and ways in which this understanding might be used to mitigate or adapt to 
future possible disasters. It will be under the supervision of Prof Robert 
White, FRS  (University of Cambridge, www.esc.cam.ac.uk). 

The successful candidate could come from one of a range of disciplines, 
including biblical studies, sociology, geography and earth sciences. They will 
have a university degree in a relevant subject. It is likely that the successful 
candidate will also have a higher degree such as a MSc or PhD. There will be 
opportunities for field work abroad, possibly in collaboration with an aid 
agency. 
The applicant must be in agreement with the ethos and aims of The Faraday 
Institute. The salary will be up to £27,478 per annum, depending on 
qualifications 
and experience, plus benefits. 

Applications quoting Position FP2/8 should include a c/v, naming three 
referees, together with a covering letter summarising the relevance of the 
applicant’s background and experience for this position. Applications 
(preferably by e-mail) should be sent to: The Faraday Institute Administrator, 
Mrs Polly Stanton, St. Edmund’s College, Cambridge, CB3 0BN, UK 
[ps400@cam.ac.uk] by Tuesday 1st May 2012. Interviews will be held in early 
May. For further details about the project please contact Mrs Polly Stanton. 

Tel: 01223 741281 Fax: 01223 741285 E-mail: 
Faraday.Administrator@st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk 
www.faraday-institute.org 
St Edmund's College is a registered charity number 1137454

Position Summary 
The Department Head for Mathematical and Physical Sciences is responsible for 
catalyzing and generating new philanthropic initiatives and grant programs in 
the areas of physics, astronomy, mathematics and related sciences which advance the mission of the Foundation. The Department Head for Mathematical and PhysicalSciences is a critical member of the Foundation's Leadership Team working 
closely with other senior Program colleagues on project development and 
management. The successful candidate will oversee a team tasked with developing high impact, global initiatives in the relevant areas, with special emphasis on projects that have cross-disciplinary relevance. A sample of projects which 
have been developed or approved in this area by the Foundation can be found
here. 

Primary Areas of Responsibility
Develop a range of projects and funding opportunities in physics, astronomy, and mathematics that address “Big Questions” aimed at advancing the Foundation’s 
 mission. 
Create new, cutting-edge funding initiatives that attract leading researchers, 
 and which nurture promising younger scholars. 
Foster new fields of inquiry and networks within the disciplines of physics, 
 astronomy, and mathematics. 
Communicate the mission of the Foundation both internally and externally, 
 especially to researchers, academic institutions, world-wide media associations and related associations and networks. 
Participate in all aspects of the Open Submission proposal review process. 

Secondary Areas of Responsibility 
Participate in the organization conferences and symposia relevant to the 
 Foundation’s mission. 
Participate in professional development opportunities. 

Criteria & Relevant Skills 
5 to 10 years of experience in physical sciences and/or mathematics within a 
 research or academic setting. 
Ph.D. or equivalent, required. 
Successful publication record in the fields of physics, astronomy, and/or 
 mathematics. 
Excellent communications and networking skills. 
Experience in the grant making and RFP process, preferred. 
Interest in developing research networks through funding initiatives. 
Strong personal interest in shaping the future fields of physics and 
 mathematics especially conceptual breakthroughs aligned with the Foundation’s 
 mission.

Pertinent travel is required, 4 - 5 days per month. 
Strong personal interest in the Foundation’s mission is essential. 

Candidates can learn more and submit an initial application via our website:
http://www.templetoncareers.org/.

CHEMISTRY FACULTY POSITION: BIOCHEMICAL OR COMPUTATIONAL

Calvin College invites applications for a tenure-track position from candidates with a PhD and ability to teach biochemistry. The candidate will be expected to establish an externally funded research program with undergraduates and be committed to excellence in teaching. Research interest is open but preference will be given to computational or biochemical. Rank is open. Faculty is expected to embrace the religious commitment and educational mission of the college. Details for applying can be found at http://www.calvin.edu/go/facultyopenings or contact Dr. Larry Louters, Chair, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry (lout@calvin.edu)

TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION IN CHEMISTRY

Position

Tenure-track faculty position in the chemistry department, starting August 16, 2012.

Qualifications

Ph.D. preferred; ABD considered. Previous collegiate teaching experience desired. Trinity seeks candidates for faculty positions who are professing Christians and committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. They should support the goals of a strong liberal arts education in the tradition of Reformed Christian higher education and be competent to demonstrate to students a mature articulation of faith and learning. Faculty members are also dedicated to personal involvement with students outside the classroom in advising, social interaction, and informal academic and cultural settings.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include teaching two courses and three labs each semester. The successful candidate will teach a two-semester sequence of general chemistry for nursing and allied health students; biochemistry once every two years; and other courses such as analytical chemistry, instrumental analysis, and general chemistry depending on the candidate’s strengths and interests. In the first year new faculty participate in a year-long formation program beginning on August 13, 2012. The dates of the program next year are August 13-15, 2012.

The department of chemistry, housed in a ten year old 37,000 square foot science building, is a two-person department that works collaboratively with the biology and physics faculty members. Area resources include Argonne National Laboratory for student and faculty research opportunities. Trinity is a member of the Associated Colleges of the Chicago Area (ACCA), a consortium of fifteen liberal arts colleges in the area that provides consortial courses, research symposia, and seminars.

Compensation

Rank and salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, pension, life insurance, and disability insurance.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. All inquiries should be directed to:

Dr. Liz Rudenga, Provost

Trinity Christian College

Phone: 708-239-4839

provost@trnty.edu

Faculty applications may be found on our Trinity website: http://www.trnty.edu/jobopenings/.

(Only electronic application documents will be accepted.)

Trinity Christian College is a four-year liberal arts college located in Palos Heights, Illinois, a suburb twenty miles southwest of Chicago. Since its founding in 1959, Trinity has provided its students with an excellent Christian higher education in the Reformed tradition. The College enrollment in the traditional program is about 1,100 with a vibrant residential program. We offer majors in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, as well as professional programs in accounting and business administration, nursing, education, computer science, pre-medicine, and pre-law. Trinity also offers adult degree completion programs in business and education. Trinity Christian College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

Trinity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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Requires eight science chapter writers for a new textbook.

Do you enjoy writing about your specialty?

Reality R & D is developing a new textbook entitled "So, Who IS This 'God' of Our Nations, and What Does He Do For Me?". It will provide the history, past and present, of God's involvement in the governments of the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia, plus the sciences showing some of His phenomenal works for every body every second of every day; e.g. for each adult, over 4900 quadrillion right atoms per second have to be sorted and selected from our eaten food, then precisely and reliably assembled into new red blood cells and delivered to our blood stream, 24/7.

We are working from the premise that "Students have the right to know" this information regarding the 'God' of their nations, in their declarations, pledges of allegiance, court systems, national anthems, constitutions, inaugurations, leaders prayers, on currencies, war memorials, public buildings, etc.

The first version will be for grade schools and the second version will be for colleges and universities.

We are seeking eight science specialists to write approximately 5000 word chapters on the following topics: C.7 Our Best Food, C.8 Our Marvelous Blood, C.9 Our Special Planet, C.10 Our Amazing Senses, C.11 Our Phenomenal DNA, C.12 Our Fantastic Brain, C.13 He Creates Our Body, Mind, and Spirit, C.16 Reasons for Moving 'Macro-Evolution' to the History Department.

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Visiting Assistant Professor

Department of Physics and Astronomy

Valparaiso, IN 46383

Tel: 219-464-5380

FAX: 219-464-5489

Email: stan.zygmunt@valpo.edu

Attention: Dr. Stan A. Zygmunt

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Valparaiso University invites applications for two Visiting Assistant Professor positions: (1) for the spring 2012 semester; and (2) for the 2012-2013 academic year. Candidates may apply for one or both of these positions. Candidates who possess the Ph.D. are preferred. The duties of the position involve quality undergraduate teaching of physics and possibly astronomy. Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required.

Valparaiso University is a highly regarded private university with 3000 undergraduates located 50 miles SE of Chicago. Areas of active research in the Department include nuclear and particle physics, stellar astrophysics, condensed matter physics, surface physics, and atmospheric physics. Candidates should be interested in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition. Valparaiso University does not unlawfully discriminate and aims to employ persons of various backgrounds and experiences to help constitute a diverse community. Its entire EOE policy can be found at http://www.valpo.edu/equalopportunity/index.php. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds. Information about the department can be found at http://www.valpo.edu/physics. Salary will be based upon experience.

Applicants should send electronic copies of a curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests (optional), and the names and addresses of three references to stan.zygmunt@valpo.edu. Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Women and members of underrepresented groups are especially invited to apply.

Wheaton College (IL) invites applications from qualified candidates for an engineering program director. The position is part-time and the individual will oversee our existing dual degree engineering program. Students in the dual degree program complete requirements in a 3+2 year format with an ABET accredited engineering school or through our joint five year program with the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT). The successful candidate will oversee all facets of the dual degree program including advising students, working with partner institutions on curriculum/transfer issues, and facilitating remote IIT course offerings for Wheaton students. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach two introductory level engineering courses per year. A demonstrated ability to teach engineering graphics and introductory statics courses is highly desirable. A master’s or Ph.D. degree in engineering is required and work experience outside academia is desirable.

Review of applications willcontinue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a description of their teaching philosophy, and a statement of professional interests to Dr. Darren Craig, Department of Physics, 501 College Ave., Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL 60187. Application materials will be sent to eligible candidates.

Wheaton College is an evangelical Protestant Christian liberal arts colleCovenantge whose faculty and staff affirm a Statement of Faith and adhere to lifestyle expectations of the Wheaton College Community . The College complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment. Women and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

Wheaton College (IL) is seeking candidates for the director of environmental studies. This is a full-time tenure track position at the assistant or associate level to begin in August 2012. Interested applicants should have a Ph.D. in the area of environmental science with additional expertise in biology or geology. The ideal candidate is a faculty member who is actively engaged in environmental fieldwork who has excellent teaching and leadership skills, a vision for environmental science in the liberal arts context, promise for sustained scholarship, and someone who is willing to participate in the Wheaton College Science Station program. Several areas and agencies near the Wheaton campus afford special opportunities for faculty and student research.

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae and a description of the their teaching philosophy and research interests to Dr. Dorothy F. Chappell, Dean of Natural and Social Sciences, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL 60187. Application materials will be sent to eligible candidates.

Wheaton College is an evangelical Protestant Christian liberal arts college whose faculty and staff affirm a Statement of Faith and adhere to lifestyle expectations of the Wheaton College Community Covenant. The College complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment. Women and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.