Assistant Professor of Biology

SUNY Geneseo•Geneseo, NY

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biology at SUNY Geneseo invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2026. The department seeks a scientist with training in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology with a passion for teaching who will contribute to the broad education in biology we provide to our majors and to the college community. A strong applicant will demonstrate an ability to contribute to Geneseo's growing expertise in the areas of data analytics, bioinformatics, and computational biology. This is an in-residence 3-3 teaching position that may require teaching in multiple modalities including in-person laboratories depending on the needs of the department and college. The mission of the Department of Biology at SUNY Geneseo is to provide students from across New York State and beyond with a well-rounded background in biology, which can be used as a solid foundation for various careers in the biological sciences, health professions, and beyond. As a primarily undergraduate institution (PUI), we aspire to promote belonging among all our students, faculty and staff. This is achieved in part by having small class sizes ranging from 12 to 60 students per course, even in required and introductory courses in our popular and vibrant biology programs. Outside the classroom, undergraduate students work closely and directly with faculty to produce research and in other meaningful high-impact experiences, contributing to a high rate of students heading to graduate or professional school. Our campus has a growing cohort of faculty teaching and working in data science, analytics, and applied AI across multiple departments in the Arts and Sciences and the School of Business. Recent "cluster" hires offer the opportunity for collaborations within and across disciplines. Geneseo also has two shared, Lambda workstations accessible to faculty and students suitable for research computing tasks, a GIS lab, and multiple computer labs.

Requirements

Evidence of interest and ability to teach coursework at the undergraduate level including Bioinformatics and Computational Biology and other courses in Biology.
Potential to create and maintain a research program in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology that engages undergraduate students at a primarily undergraduate institution (PUI)
A commitment to fostering a working and teaching environment that welcomes all
PhD in relevant discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computer science, etc). "All but Degree" candidates will be considered, but the degree must be in hand by the time of appointment (September 1, 2026)
Candidates for this position must be eligible to work in the United States. VISA sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience and/or contributions to curricula in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology, or related courses
Research publications in peer-reviewed formats as appropriate to the field
Experience mentoring undergraduate students in research
Demonstrated engagement with building a culture of belonging in the workplace and/or teaching environments
Postdoctoral and/or professional experience in Bioinformatics or Computational biology

Responsibilities

Teaching required courses in residence in the Biology programs and/or non-majors biology, and elective courses in bioinformatics or computational/data-intensive biology
Developing and maintaining a research program in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology that engages undergraduate students from all backgrounds and generates scholarly products appropriate to the field. Faculty are expected to apply for external funding for continuing appointment and promotion.
Academic advising and service to the department, the college, the community, and profession, including contributing to curriculum development in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology

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