What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Biology position at Alvernia University?
TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY
The Science Department in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics at Alvernia University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Biology beginning August 2025. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in Biology, with a primary focus in Molecular Biology and/or Computational Biology, and evidence of quality teaching experience and scholarly productivity. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate biology courses, advising students, engaging in service to the university, and developing a research program appropriate for the undergraduate level. Those with prior biomedical research are encouraged to apply. Prior experience teaching introductory courses in Principles of Biology, Microbiology, and/or Human Anatomy & Physiology is also desirable. Upper-level course areas may include Pharmacology, Cell Biology, and Genetics.
Alvernia is a growing co-educational Catholic Franciscan institution dedicated to academic and professional leadership based in the liberal arts tradition. Alvernia University is committed to equal opportunity and inclusive excellence. We actively seek to increase diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff by providing educational, working, and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people and advance inclusive excellence.
Applications received before March 1, 2025, will receive full consideration.
