Assistant Professor of Biology, Cluster Hire

Metropolitan State University of Denver•Denver, CO

3d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biology at Metropolitan State University of Denver seeks candidates for three tenure-track positions in microbiology, cell biology, genetics, and/or anatomy and physiology. Faculty teach undergraduate courses in classroom, laboratory, and/or virtual settings, applying current technologies and evidence-based, inclusive teaching practices. Teaching may include introductory general biology, microbiology, and anatomy and physiology, as well as upper-division courses such as cell biology, genetics, virology, microbial genetics, comparative vertebrate anatomy, animal physiology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, and genomics. Faculty receive modest start-up funds to support scholarly work in science and/or science pedagogy while engaging undergraduates in research. They support students’ progress toward degree completion through academic and career advising and provide service to the department, school, university, community, and/or profession. The position requires presence in Colorado on MSU Denver’s Auraria campus for in-person teaching and other activities. New faculty participate in university and department mentoring, including the year-long Roadrunner Faculty Academy in their first year. Department mentors provide guidance on teaching, research program development, and preparation for tenure. Additional university mentoring programs and affinity networks are also available. The position is a nine-month contract. The salary range at Assistant Professor rank is $65,000–$75,000, with finalist salaries determined by factors including internal equity, education, experience, specialty, and training.

Requirements

Earned doctorate in Biological Sciences or a related field, conferred by the start of fall 2027 classes.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability or experience teaching introductory general biology, microbiology, and/or anatomy and physiology, and/or upper-division courses such as cell biology, genetics, virology, microbial genetics, comparative vertebrate anatomy, animal physiology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, and genomics.
Demonstrated commitment and effectiveness in inclusive teaching and learning.
Demonstrated commitment and effectiveness in engaging undergraduates in research and scholarly activities.
Experience working with and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse, urban student population, including students of color, LGBTQ+ students, students from low-income backgrounds, first-generation students, students with disabilities, undocumented students, non-traditional students, student veterans, and English-language learners.

Responsibilities

Teach 24 credit hours of undergraduate courses during the nine-month contract period.
Teach a broad range of lower- and upper-division undergraduate biology courses in the listed fields.
Engage undergraduate students in research and scholarly activities.
Pursue scholarly and professional activities appropriate to the university’s undergraduate teaching-focused mission.
Advise a diverse student body through their academic program.
Participate in course and program development.
Perform university and professional service.
Perform other duties as assigned by the department chair.
Work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse, urban population.