Assistant Professor, Biology (TT)

University of Akron • Akron, OH

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About The Position

The Department of Biology at the University of Akron invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Molecular Physiology position starting in August 2026. We seek a tenure-track faculty in molecular physiology, or related areas, who can maintain an active research program and teach cell biology, molecular physiology, molecular methods, or similar topics to a diverse range of students. This position fills a critical need to provide Biology and Biomedical Science majors with training in molecular and/or cellular physiology and related topics, which are integral for modern healthcare professionals. Successful applicants will demonstrate an ability to conduct research in fields such as proteomics and metabolomics, systems biology, cell signaling, pathway and network analyses, or cell physiology with applications that might range from infectious diseases, to sustainable agriculture/climate change, to microbiology, to topics in human health like metabolic disorders, cancer cell biology, tissue repair and regeneration, neurogenerative diseases, or molecular basis of disease/aging. This faculty member will also provide research opportunities to our large undergraduate population, as well as supervising Master’s and Ph.D. students. A modest start up package will be offered. The mission of the Department of Biology is to provide students with a broad understanding of biology, spanning molecules to ecosystems, through community engaged teaching, research, and service. The University of Akron strongly values inclusion and diversity of ideas, experience, and methodology within the classroom and in the research and creative activity of its faculty. As such, we welcome applicants who use integrative approaches across a range of biological, computational, humanistic, socio-cultural, community-based, prevention science, behavioral, and statistical methods. This search seeks a scholar-teacher who will offer a strong contribution to the excellence of UA through research, teaching, service and collaboration. Specifically, as an urban-research university, we are particularly interested in scholars whose work touches on the pressing needs of cities and urban communities. Through our teaching, scholarship, and service, we strive to create an environment where every student at the University feels included and welcomed. We value the contribution of each individual in their commitment to a better University of Akron, and welcome applications that demonstrate experience working with students from different backgrounds, experiences and beliefs.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biology or related area

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of research and teaching excellence in molecular physiology or a related area.
• Applicant's research should demonstrate potential for external funding.
• Applicant's research and teaching should show potential to leverage existing resources such as the local health care infrastructure (e.g. Northeast Ohio Medical School, Summa Health, Akron Children’s Hospital, The Cleveland Clinic), Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the UA field station, or promote interactions with similar regional resources.
• This hire would support education in our biology and biomedical science majors, graduate education in the Integrated Bioscience PhD program, and potentially reach into the underserved communities in our local urban school systems in Akron and Northeast Ohio.
• The ideal applicant should have Post-doctoral research experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active research program
• Teach cell biology, molecular physiology, molecular methods, or similar topics
• Provide research opportunities to our large undergraduate population
• Supervise Master’s and Ph.D. students

Benefits

• The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees