Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Organismal Biology

College of the Holy Cross • Worcester, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biology at the College of the Holy Cross invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Organismal Biology to begin in August 2027. A successful candidate will contribute to teaching in our introductory course (BIOL 162) that introduces a diverse array of topics in organismal biology, and will offer upper-level organismal-focused courses (with lab) suitable for Biology majors that complement our existing courses. The candidate will be expected to establish a productive research program that is well-suited to undergraduate participation. The research area is open, but please note that facilities for vertebrate research are extremely limited. Candidates should also be committed to inclusive excellence in teaching and research, with demonstrated abilities to teach and mentor all students. This position offers full benefits and a starting salary of $102,500. In alignment with the strategic plans for Holy Cross and the division of Academic Affairs, we view academic excellence and inclusive excellence as inextricably linked. Our faculty combine high-impact scholarship and outstanding teaching with a deep commitment to inclusive excellence. They generate new knowledge in their fields while utilizing evidence-based teaching strategies and course designs to create classroom environments where all students have a sense of belonging, are valued, and can flourish to reach their full potential. Academic freedom is a cornerstone of our intellectual and moral community; the College is committed to supporting faculty and students as they work to advance our educational mission and serve the common good.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biology or another relevant field by the beginning of the appointment.
• Excellence in scholarship.
• Excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogies.
• Demonstrated abilities to teach and mentor all students.
• Research area open, but facilities for vertebrate research are extremely limited.
• Cover letter addressing position requirements and contribution to the College's mission.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching statement (up to 3 pages) addressing training and experiences for introductory and intermediate-level courses, emphasizing evidence-based teaching strategies for inclusive, high-belonging classroom environments.
• Research statement (up to 3 pages) contextualizing research for a broad Biology department, outlining future plans, and describing strategies for undergraduate involvement.
• Three confidential letters of recommendation (solicited from selected candidates).

Nice To Haves

• Teaching interests in neurobiology should apply to the Neuroscience department instead.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching in the introductory course (BIOL 162) covering diverse topics in organismal biology.
• Offer upper-level organismal-focused courses (with lab) suitable for Biology majors that complement existing courses.
• Establish a productive research program that is well-suited to undergraduate participation.
• Demonstrate commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching and research.
• Teach and mentor all students.

Benefits

• Full benefits
• Start-up funding for research and professional development for new faculty.
• One-course reduction in the first year of teaching (i.e., 2-2 load).
• Research leave prior to tenure review (either a full year at 80% salary or a semester at full salary).
• Generous sabbatical and fellowship leaves for tenured faculty.
• Support for visa sponsorship for eligible candidates (excluding H1-B petitions subject to an additional $100,000 fee).

What This Job Offers

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