Assistant Professor, Biologist (AA28001)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Mankato, MN

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About The Position

The Department of Biological Sciences at Minnesota State University, Mankato is hiring an Assistant Professor for a fixed-term, nine-month academic appointment. The position teaches Human Physiology (BIOL 330), General Endocrinology (BIOL 438/538), anatomy and physiology laboratory sections, and other Biology courses as assigned according to departmental needs. A typical faculty workload may include up to 24 instructional credits per academic year. Instruction may be face-to-face, hybrid, or online, and may take place at the Mankato campus or other university locations. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, instruction, and evaluation; conduct productive research and mentor students in research; and contribute to strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion. The candidate may also be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities. Faculty are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, continue their professional preparation and study, contribute to student growth and development, and provide service to the university and community. The appointment is described as a nine-month fixed-term position. The posting states a beginning date of August 17, 2026, while the listed desired start date is August 16, 2027, and the position end date is September 1, 2027.

Requirements

Doctorate or terminal degree in biological science or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and foster a professional environment that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all.
Must be eligible to work in the United States by the effective appointment date and maintain work authorization without employer sponsorship for the appointment's duration.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to teach Human Physiology (BIOL 330), General Endocrinology (BIOL 438/538), and anatomy and physiology labs, as well as additional courses depending on department needs.
Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or professional presentations.

Responsibilities

Teach Human Physiology lecture (BIOL 330).
Teach General Endocrinology lecture (BIOL 438/538).
Teach anatomy and physiology laboratory sections and other courses based on department needs and qualifications.
Develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at additional university locations, as assigned.
Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction, and evaluation.
Conduct research productively and mentor students in research.
Help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion.
Engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, continuing preparation and study, student growth and development, and university and community service.
May develop external grant funding opportunities.
Work safely, complete required safety training, and perform job tasks in accordance with university policies and procedures using appropriate tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment.

Benefits

Low-cost medical insurance with affordable deductibles.
Dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays.
Generous vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and other investment options.
Professional development.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.