Associate Professor, Biology (Tenure-Track)

Worcester State University•Worcester, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biology at Worcester State University invites applications for a tenure-track position, to begin September 1, 2027. We seek an energetic educator and scholar to teach Human Biology and Human Anatomy and Physiology (A&P) courses for biology, nursing, and allied health majors and to contribute teaching and research expertise in other disciplinary-appropriate areas for our biology/biotechnology undergraduate majors. We welcome applicants with unique backgrounds and experiences that indicate their teaching and scholarship qualifications.

Requirements

Ph.D. in human biology, physiology, virology, or another closely related human health/life science discipline conferred by August 31, 2027.
Demonstrated teaching experience in Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Clear potential to build an undergraduate-centered research program as demonstrated by postdoctoral research, prior student research mentoring, or other experience.
Strong dedication to fostering an inclusive learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Responsibilities

Teach lecture and laboratory courses in Human Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) tailored to nursing and allied health students and Human Biology for biology majors.
Teach additional core biology courses and upper-level electives within the Biology and Biotechnology undergraduate curricula, especially courses related to human health (e.g. virology, immunology, human genetics).
Serve as the departmental A&P Coordinator, providing curricular oversight and course management for the A&P instructional team.
Provide high-quality academic advising and career mentoring to undergraduate students.
Participate in departmental and university-level committee service.
Opportunities exist to teach and supervise graduate thesis research in our Biology and Biotechnology M.S. programs if interested.
Develop an active research program in a human health-related area of the life sciences (e.g., virology, immunology, physiology, pathology, or human genetics) that meaningfully incorporates undergraduate researchers.
Candidates interested in engaging in assessment of innovative pedagogical approaches to biology education (i.e. scholarship of teaching and learning) as part of an overall research program are encouraged to apply.