Assistant Teaching Professor of Human Biology (Microbiology)

Universities of Wisconsin • Green Bay, WI

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About The Position

The University of Wisconsin–Green Bay invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Human Biology (Microbiology) to join an interdisciplinary academic unit known for preparing students for impactful careers in the health professions. We seek a dedicated educator who is excited to support UW–Green Bay’s mission to transform lives and communities through learning and to contribute meaningfully to the University’s strategic priorities, including student success, community engagement, and workforce development. The ideal candidate will exemplify our core values—Advance Fearlessly, Empower Success, Provision Access, Build Community, Express Gratitude, and the unifying belief that Together, We Rise—while creating an inclusive learning environment where students of all backgrounds can thrive.

Requirements

• Earned Master’s degree (or higher) in Microbiology or related field (e.g., Immunology, Mycology, Parasitology, Medical Mycology) by the beginning date of appointment is required
• The successful candidate must have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, commitment to undergraduate education, and communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with a diverse array of students and colleagues
• Applicants must be considered for tenure and promotion in six years, although tenure decisions may be at any time.
• Promotion from Assistant to Associate Professor is simultaneous with tenure.
• Excellence in teaching, sustained scholarly activity, and institutional service required for retention and promotion.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of college teaching experience is preferred
• PhD in Microbiology is preferred

Responsibilities

• Teaching a course load of 27 credits (~9 courses) per academic year in Microbiology with opportunities to teach other courses in the Human Biology program.
• Service responsibilities include advising and mentoring students and contributing to departmental and institutional development.
• Additional teaching assignments could include introductory and upper-level lecture and laboratory courses (e.g., Medical Microbiology, Medical Mycology, Parasitology, Immunology). in Human Biology.

Benefits

• The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees.
• For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family.
• Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service.
• The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
• In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%.
• This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave.
• Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time