PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Carl D. Gilbert

1805 Tejon Court

Belton, TX 76513

Home (479) 670-3098

[email protected]

EDUCATION

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR

Emphasis: Molecular Microbiology and Microbial Physiology

Dissertation: Genetic Characterization and Determination of Cytotoxicity, Adherence Ability, and Invasiveness of Campylobacter jejuni Isolated from Chickens and Humans

Master of Science, 1999

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR Emphasis: Food Safety and Microbiology

Thesis: Survey: Antibiotic Resistance Patterns of Salmonella enterica Serotype Typhimurium on Raw Poultry at Retail

Bachelor of Science, 1992

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR Emphasis: Zoology

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

2012-Present University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Professor and Dean of the College of Sciences

 Dean Responsibilities: Oversee college programs and departments (biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, engineering, psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice, and military science)

 Mentor/Train department chairs

 Perform annual faculty and staff evaluations

 Direct all building renovation projects

 Develop and submit annual college budgets (including equipment budgets and faculty requests)

 Teach biology courses: Freshman Biology, Pathogenic Microbiology, Microbiology and Society

 Conduct research pertaining to increased student success in mathematics and science

 Present research at professional academic conferences

 Direct college recruiting events (Cru Camp, Transfer Connection)

 Work with external constituents to further college and university goals

 Service to the University

 Serve on University Safety Committee

 Serve on University Dean’s Council

 Serve on University President’s Council

 Member of the University President’s Leadership Circle

 Serve on multiple faculty/dean search committees

 Chair the College of Science Leadership Council

 Co-Chair University Curriculum Change Committee

 Serve on University Scholars’ Day Committee

 Service to the Profession

 Editorial reviewer for the Journal of Food Safety

 Campus Safety Auditor for the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities

 Service to the Community

 Community clean-up days

 Serve on the university/community teacher education committee

 Serve as math/science discussion session director for local P-20 conference Accomplishments as Dean

 Altered and solidified collaborative academic agreements with Baylor University School of Engineering, Scott and White School for Clinical Laboratory Science, and the Dental School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

 Established community service opportunities (such as Nolan Creek Clean-up)

 Successfully completed and submitted all college accreditation requirements for the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (no areas of non-compliance)

 Established new chapter of Tri-Beta (Biology Honor Society)

 Building renovation projects for housing six programs in the College of Sciences (offices, classrooms, laboratories, conference rooms)

 Established new Pre-Med Advisory Council

 Established new strategic plan for the College of Sciences

2006-2012

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR

2006-2009 Associate Professor, Secondary Science Education Coordinator

2007-2012 Department Head (Science Department 2007-2010; Department divided into

Departments of Biological Sciences and Physical Sciences-Head, Biological Sciences, 2010-2011)

 Department Head Duties: Direct departmental meetings; Direct curriculum modification for all Biology and Chemistry programs; Arrange for visits from professional school representative (such as Pharmacy and Medical Schools); Complete annual and promotion evaluations of faculty; Prepare and submit departmental budgets; Prepare and submit departmental schedules and course offerings in biology, earth science, physics, and chemistry; Address student, faculty, and administration concerns; Work with external constituents to further department and

university goals; Coordinate open faculty searches; Supervise clerical and professional staff assigned to the department; Develop departmental plans to meet institutional goals; Maintain accreditation standards

 Teach biology and science education courses: Freshmen Biology, General Microbiology, Microbiology and Immunology, Pathogenic Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology, Secondary Science Teaching Methods, Senior Seminar, Genetics

 Conduct research pertaining to pathogenicity determination of Campylobacter jejuni and integration of best practices in science education

 Secure grant funding (primarily for science education workshops and seminars)

 Publish research and classroom teaching materials

 Develop and coordinate the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) / National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Assessment Program in science education

 Service to the University

 Served on the University Waste Disposal Committee

 Serve on the University Institutional Review Board

 Served on the University Undergraduate Strategic Planning Committee

 Service to the Community

 Serve on the community Teacher Education Council

 Service to the Profession

 Editorial reviewer for the Journal of Food Safety

 Member of the NSTA Program Review Board (Lead Reviewer) Accomplishments as Head

 Awarded national recognition status (accreditation) by the National Science Teachers Association for Biology with Teacher Licensure and Chemistry with Teacher Licensure programs

(http://www.ncate.org/public/institDetail.aspx?ch=106&CO_ID=20607&state=AR)

 Granted Tri-Beta Chapter, Biology Honor Society

 Two faculty named Outstanding Teachers

 Developed a departmental mentoring program

 Developed four departmental assessment programs: Biology, Chemistry, Biology with Teacher Licensure, Chemistry with Teacher Licensure

 Increased the number of majors

 Biology (and teacher licensure): 26%

 Chemistry (and teacher licensure): 23%

 Increased the number of graduates: 68% increase in number of graduates from 2006 to 2011 (nineteen in 2006 and thirty two in 2011)

 Increased the number of departmental faculty: From seventeen to twenty-two

 Biology: Three additional faculty members

 Geology: One additional faculty member

 Chemistry: One additional faculty member

 Increased faculty scholarship

 Publications

 Four publications in 2005-2006 and 2006 -2007 combined (Prior to being appointed Head)

 Four publications in 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 combined

 Eighteen publications in 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 combined

 Presentations

 Two in 2005-2006 and 2006-2007 combined (Prior to being appointed Head)

 Five presentations in 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 combined

 Twenty four presentations in 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 combined

 Competitive grant submissions

 One in 2005-2006 and 2006-2007 combined (Prior to being appointed Head)

 Five grants in 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 combined

 Sixteen grants in 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 combined

2003-2006

University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA

Assistant Professor

 Taught biology and biology education courses: Freshmen Biology, Introductory Microbiology, Integrated Biology (Biology for Elementary Education), Food and Dairy Microbiology,

Advanced Microbiology

 Conducted research pertaining to rapid detection and pathogenicity determination of bacterial pathogens found on poultry and seafood products

 Secured grant funding for research and teaching

 Advised students

 Academic advisor for ~30 biology undergraduate students

 Advised undergraduate research students

 Served on graduate student committees

 Performed service to the community and university

 Served on university and departmental committees

 Committee chair for the departmental SACS (Southern Association for Colleges and Schools) accreditation

 Committee chair for the departmental strategic planning

 Served on the university pre-medical / dental advisory committee

 Served on the departmental Tenure and Promotions Committee

 Served on departmental search committees

 Assisted in graduate and undergraduate Recruitment Fairs

 Served the community

 Served as an annual judge for Regional FFA (Future Farmers of America)

Communication Competitions, Regional Science Fair, Destination Imagination, and Science Olympiad

 Worked collaboratively with Dr. Cole Church (Director of Mosquito Abatement for Ouachita Parish)

2002-2003

University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR

Research Specialist

 Conducted research pertaining to rapid detection, molecular identification, and pathogenicity of human bacterial pathogens important to the poultry industry

 Proposed new research and obtained external funding to support the research through competitive grant submission

 Presented research data at scientific meetings (Food Safety Consortium, Institute of Food Technologists, United States Department of Agriculture)

 Taught selected topics (Campylobacter spp. and Recent Developments in Rapid Detection of Bacterial Pathogens on Food Products) in Domestic Animal Bacteriology (POSC 5313)

 Served as a microbiology consultant to Safe Foods Corporation (an Arkansas-based food safety research company)

 Trained laboratory personnel in cell culture studies, plasmid analysis techniques, genotyping protocols, and general microbiology procedures

 Assisted in developing, writing, and promoting the Operation Food Safety educational curriculum (K-12) for the Arkansas Department of Education.

1993 - 1998

Van Buren Public Schools

Van Buren, AR

Teacher

 Taught Physical Science, Advanced Physical Science, and Earth Science (1993 - 1996)

 Taught Biology and Earth Science (1996 - 1998)

 Served as co-chair of the Parent/Community Involvement committee and as a member of the School Advisory, Textbook Adoption, and Curriculum Development committees

 Sponsored SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving) and Science Club

Summer 1997, 1998 Upward Bound Program Carl Albert State College

Instructor

 Taught Chemistry I, Chemistry II, and Physics (1997)

RECENT PUBLICATIONS / PRESENTATIONS

Gilbert, C. 2014. Utilization of a rubric-based teaching assessment as a means of predicting student satisfaction in post-secondary science and mathematics classes. Abstract Proceedings from Western Association of Schools and Colleges Academic Resource Conference. April 23-24. Los Angeles, CA. (Abstract accepted)

Gilbert, C. 2014. Benefits of a faculty perspective on the topic of evolution in a Christian university biology program. Abstract Proceedings from the Re-Imagining Faith Conference. Georgetown KY. January 9-10.

Kelly, M., A. Bailey, D. Amos, and C. Gilbert. 2011. Detection and analysis of Salmonella on retail poultry. Annual Arkansas Undergraduate Research Conference. Arkadelphia, AR.

Gilbert, C. 2010 Using student-selected topics to enhance learning in introductory biology courses. Abstract Proceedings from National Science Teachers Association / Society for College Science Teachers. Kansas City, MO. October 28-30.

Gilbert, C., G. Hall, and L. Brodie. 2010. Teaching engaging science through language arts. Abstract Proceedings from Annual Arkansas Curriculum Conference. Little Rock, AR. November 4-5.

Gilbert, C. 2010. NSTA/NCATE program review for Biology with Life Science and Earth Science Teacher Licensure. National recognition granted without conditions.

Gilbert, C. 2010. NSTA/NCATE program review for Chemistry with Physical Science and Earth Science Teacher Licensure. National recognition granted without conditions.

Gilbert, C., I. Hanning, B. Vaughn, K. Hasna, and M. Slavik. 2009. Comparison of cytolethal distending toxin production and invasion abilities in Campylobacter jejuni isolated from clinical patients and poultry. J. Food Safety. 29:73-82

Pritchett, D. W. and C. D. Gilbert. 2007. Microbiology: A "Pet" Approach. Kendall/Hunt Publishing, Dubuque, IA.

Hanning, I., C. Gilbert, X. Liu, A. O'Leary, H. Wang, Y. Ma, and M. Slavik. 2005. Cross-contamination and enhanced attachment to chicken skin by Campylobacter jejuni biofilm isolates. Abstract Proceedings from International Association for Food Protection. August 14-17.

Pham, Nhu, T. Smith, and C. D. Gilbert. 2005. Evaluation of treatment methods for the reduction of

Salmonella associated with poultry litter. Student Research Symposium. University of Louisiana at

Monroe

Blanchard, J. A. M. Findley, C. D. Gilbert. 2005 Development of a multiplex polymerase chain reaction assay for the specific detection of Vibrio vulnificus and Vibrio parahaemolyticus. Student Research Symposium. University of Louisiana at Monroe.

Gilbert, C., H. Kanta, T. Cummins, I. Hanning, and M. Slavik. 2005. Prevalence of Cytolethal Distending Toxin B-Subunit in Campylobacter jejuni Isolated from Humans, Chickens, and Turkeys. Abstract Proceedings from Conference of Research Workers in Animal Disease. December 4-6. St. Louis, MO.

Wang, H., C. Gilbert, and M. F. Slavik. 2005 Correlation of genomic changes with morphological dimorphism of Campylobacter jejuni. J. Food Safety. 25:198-208.

Gilbert, C. D. and M. F. Slavik. 2005. Evaluation of attachment and penetration abilities of

Campylobacter jejuni isolates obtained from humans and from chicken carcasses acquired during

processing and at retail. J. Food Safety. 25:209-223.

Gilbert, C. D. and M. F. Slavik. 2004. Determination of toxicity of Campylobacter jejuni isolated from humans and from poultry carcasses acquired at various stages of production. J. Appl. Microbiol.

97(2):347-353.

Gilbert, C., D. Winters, A. O'Leary, H. Wang, and M. Slavik. 2003. Development of a multiplex PCR assay for the specific detection of Campylobacter jejuni, Salmonella spp., and Escherichia coli O157:H7. Cell. Mol. Probes. 17(4):135-138.

Gilbert, C., A. O'Leary, D. Winters, and M. Slavik. 2003. Development of a multiplex PCR assay for the specific detection of Salmonella, Campylobacter jejuni, Escherichia coli O157:H7, and Listeria

monocytogenes. J. Rapid Meth. Automat. Microbiol. 11 (1):61-74.

AFFILIATIONS

 National Science Teachers Association

 Phi Kappa Phi (Academic Society)

 Alpha Epsilon Delta (Health Pre-Professional Society)

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS