Tenure - Track Assistant Professor of Biology (Two Openings)
About The Position
The Department of Biological and Physical Sciences at Assumption University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology positions beginning Fall 2027. The department seeks broadly trained biologists passionate about undergraduate teaching, research, and mentorship. It serves students majoring in Biology, Biotechnology, Neuroscience, and Pre-Clinical Health Sciences, and provides foundational science courses for students in Nursing, Health Sciences, and other programs. Candidates with expertise in microbiology, eukaryotic cell biology, ecology, or evolutionary biology are of particular interest. The two hires are intended to complement one another and strengthen the curriculum across these areas; collectively, the successful candidates must be able to teach Microbiology, with additional expertise in Cell Biology, Ecology, or Evolutionary Biology. Candidates whose teaching and research interests bridge traditional disciplinary boundaries and who are enthusiastic about contributing to multiple academic programs are welcome. Successful candidates will teach undergraduate courses and laboratories, establish sustainable research programs involving undergraduate students, and participate actively in student mentorship and departmental life. Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the University's mission. A PhD in Biology or a related field is expected; ABD candidates with teaching experience will also be considered. The application deadline is December 1, 2026.
Requirements
- PhD in Biology or a related field; candidates who are ABD with teaching experience will also be considered.
- Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University.
- The successful candidates must collectively provide expertise in teaching Microbiology, with additional expertise in Cell Biology, Ecology, or Evolutionary Biology.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in microbiology, eukaryotic cell biology, ecology, or evolutionary biology.
- Teaching and research interests that bridge traditional disciplinary boundaries.
- Enthusiasm for contributing to multiple academic programs.
- Experience working with a diverse student body.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses and laboratories.
- Establish sustainable research programs involving undergraduate students.
- Participate actively in student mentorship and departmental life.
- Contribute actively to the mission of the University.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
