Assistant Professor of Biology
About The Position
The Biology Department at Wesleyan College, a liberal arts college for women in Macon, Georgia, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026. We seek a vertebrate biologist who is dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students through both classroom instruction and collaborative research. The successful candidate will teach courses in Comparative Vertebrate Biology and Animal Physiology, as well as contribute to Wesleyan's interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program. Additional teaching responsibilities may include introductory biology courses and upper-level electives in the candidate's area of expertise. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate research and inclusive pedagogy.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Biological Sciences
- Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching
- Strong commitment to undergraduate research
- Experience working with diverse student populations
- Excellent communication skills
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in Comparative Vertebrate Biology and Animal Physiology
- Contribute to Wesleyan's interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program
- Teach introductory biology courses and upper-level electives in the candidate's area of expertise
- Classroom instruction
- Collaborative research
- Mentoring undergraduate students
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
