Assistant Professor of Biology

St. Mary's College of Maryland • Saint Marys City, MD

162d • $80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Department of Biology at St. Mary's College of Maryland is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Biology, beginning August 2026. Teaching responsibilities will include participation in one or more of our core biology courses (Principles of Biology I and II, Genetics, and Ecology and Evolution), an upper division laboratory course in developmental biology and/or human anatomy and further opportunities to teach electives and biology laboratories in the candidate's specialty. There is also the expectation that the successful candidates will establish and maintain an exceptional research program involving undergraduates. All professors at St. Mary's College are expected to contribute to the college-wide core curriculum as well as to their departmental curriculum. The Department of Biology faculty are committed to creating a respectful community of educators and scholars and seek colleagues who are eager to nurture and support growth of students, staff, and faculty, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, first generation and international community members, as well as community members with disabilities, among others.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in biology or related fields.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in developing integrated inquiry general education pathways.
• Experience in building partnerships with community organizations for experiential learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach core biology courses including Principles of Biology I and II, Genetics, and Ecology and Evolution.
• Teach an upper division laboratory course in developmental biology and/or human anatomy.
• Develop and teach electives and biology laboratories in the candidate's specialty.
• Establish and maintain a research program involving undergraduates.
• Contribute to the college-wide core curriculum and departmental curriculum.
• Participate in the Life at the Molecular and Cellular Scale cluster hire initiative.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff across campus to build community and develop cross-disciplinary research collaborations.
• Plan and execute a five-year professional success arc.

Benefits

• Salary range of $80,000 - $85,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive program of support for scholarship, research, travel, and curriculum development.
• Course releases for pre-tenure faculty.
• Leaves for tenured faculty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree