Assistant Professor in Biology

University of Scranton•Scranton, PA

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About The Position

The University of Scranton Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in Biology beginning in August 2026. Expertise could include, but is not limited to, microorganismal research in biochemistry, bioinformatics, biotechnology, cellular biology, genetics, ecology, epidemiology, evolution, or molecular biology. Integrative biologists who work on microbiology at multiple levels are encouraged to apply. The Biology Department is housed in a state-of-the-art unified science center <<a href="http://www.scranton.edu/academics/sciencecenter">http://www.scranton.edu/academics/sciencecenter>. Visit <<a href="http://www.scranton.edu/academics/cas/biology/">http://www.scranton.edu/academics/cas/biology/> for more information about the Biology Department, its programs, and its faculty.

Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
A Ph.D. is required by the start date
Excellence in teaching undergraduates and the capability to develop an active research program that involves mentoring undergraduates is expected.

Nice To Haves

postdoctoral experience is preferred.
Research in epidemiology, immunology, or other microbial health-related sectors is preferred.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will contribute to teaching lectures and labs in general Microbiology (BIOL-250 and BIOL-250L), Medical Microbiology (BIOL-210 and BIOL-210L) and Immunology (BIOL-344).
Applicants may also contribute to the Biology Department's courses in the Biology and Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology (BCMB), Physiology, Neuroscience, or Environmental Science programs.
Faculty will be encouraged to develop upper-level courses in their areas of specialization.

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