Faculty - Assistant Professor Bioinformatics/Organismal focus

Utah Valley University • Orem, UT

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About The Position

The Department of Biology at Utah Valley University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position, to begin in August 2026. We seek an outstanding candidate with a background in bioinformatics and organismal focus. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to effective teaching utilizing engaging, data-driven pedagogies. Teaching responsibilities for this position include: Data Analysis for Biologists (BIOL 3100), Bioinformatic Data Skills (BIOL 3150), and Introductory Biology Courses (BIOL 1010, 1610, or 1620). Additionally, candidates may be asked to teach other courses as needed by the department and may develop new courses within their area of expertise. The preferred candidate will complement and strengthen the current course offerings and subject expertise within the department and its programs. Applicants with experience and interest in teaching hybrid and/or online instruction are especially encouraged to apply. In addition, the candidate should demonstrate their ability to establish an active and welcoming research program that centers around the active mentoring of undergraduates and leads to peer-reviewed publications. Successful candidates will have a background in bioinformatics, particularly skills in R and bash coding, use of supercomputing clusters. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in organismal biology, such as Mycology, Botany, or Zoology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a willingness to engage in professional development, collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to promote the university's mission and values, and serve on department, college, and university committees as fitting a tenure-track position.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctorate in bioinformatics or related biological discipline
• Evidence of experience teaching bioinformatics to undergraduate students
• ABD applications will be considered if doctorate verification is received by July 31, 2026

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of active learning pedagogies and an established record of incorporation of those techniques in the classroom
• Experience or strategies for teaching at open-enrollment institutions
• Publication record that indicates successful use of bioinformatics and mentorship of undergraduates
• Experience in, and/or commitment to, hybrid and online instruction

Responsibilities

• Teach Data Analysis for Biologists (BIOL 3100), Bioinformatic Data Skills (BIOL 3150), and Introductory Biology Courses (BIOL 1010, 1610, or 1620)
• Develop new courses within their area of expertise
• Establish an active and welcoming research program
• Mentor undergraduate students in research
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students
• Serve on department, college, and university committees

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Excellent retirement program
• Free parking
• Public transportation passes

What This Job Offers

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