Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall 2026| I02453
About The Position
Slippery Rock University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology beginning August 2026. The faculty member's primary teaching responsibilities will include Human Anatomy and Physiology I & II. This individual will also be required to teach other introductory and advanced biology majors courses and non-majors biology courses for our general education program as needed. Additional teaching responsibilities may include courses in the faculty member's area of specialization. Preference will be given for individuals who can teach any combination of the following courses: Zoology, Vertebrate Anatomy, Evolution, Microbiology, Biostatistics, Animal Physiology, Embryology, or Histology. The department expects faculty will continue engaging in scholarly growth and professional development related to the applicant's area of expertise.
Requirements
- Broadly trained animal biologist, PhD in Biology or related field must be completed by July 1, 2026.
- Commitment to the education of diverse populations.
- Successful performance in an on-campus interview, including teaching and research presentations.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of undergraduate teaching experience, with evidence of teaching effectiveness.
- Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology.
- Experience teaching in at least one additional area of biology, based on specialization.
- Preference will be given for individuals who can teach any combination of the following courses: Zoology, Vertebrate Anatomy, Evolution, Microbiology, Biostatistics, Animal Physiology, Embryology, or Histology.
Responsibilities
- Teach Human Anatomy and Physiology I & II
- Teach other introductory and advanced biology majors courses
- Teach non-majors biology courses for our general education program as needed
- Teach courses in the faculty member's area of specialization
- Engaging in scholarly growth and professional development related to the applicant's area of expertise.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
