Assistant Professor of Biology

Assistant Professor of Biology

The Department of Biology at Loyola University Maryland (LUM) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of bioinformatics to begin in July 2027. We are looking for a candidate committed to excellence in undergraduate education at a dynamic liberal arts university who can continue a productive research program. The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to LUM's stated goals of equity and inclusion.

We seek outstanding candidates who use and develop bioinformatics tools to address research questions across any discipline of biology, but we are especially interested in those who can contribute to our growing Biohealth major or Loyola's new environmental studies program. Candidates who are interested in developing cross-disciplinary courses that can serve biology/biohealth, computer science, and data science students are also especially encouraged.

The successful candidate will teach three courses per term (lab courses are counted toward these courses) in their area of expertise and in our introductory biology sequence. They should also possess an awareness of and interest in high impact practices in line with the mission of Jesuit higher education. Funds are available to support startup costs, research-related expenses, and professional travel.

Many faculty development opportunities are available, and there are numerous ways to participate meaningfully in the life of the department and university. We highly value collaboration with other faculty members, the provision of high-value research experiences to our undergraduates, and a commitment to "inspire students to learn, lead, and serve in a diverse and changing world."

The salary range for this position is $76,250 - $77,500.

Benefits of Working at Loyola University Maryland:
Loyola University Maryland is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health, vision, and dental insurance and contributions towards retirement and childcare. Full-time employees, their spouses, and their dependents are eligible to receive tuition remission. Loyola University Maryland also qualifies as a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer. For a full list of benefits to working at Loyola University Maryland, please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Application and Timeline: You will be asked to submit
1) a cover letter,
2) curriculum vitae,
3) a statement of teaching philosophy,
4) a statement of research interests. Application review will begin on August 31st and will continue until the position is filled.

Candidates may be contacted to provide the names of three individuals who can provide letters of reference and copies of graduate transcripts.

Successful candidates for any staff, faculty, or administrative position at Loyola University Maryland will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Required Qualifications:

Have a Ph.D. in bioinformatics or have a Ph.D (or equivalent degree) in a biological field with extensive training and use of bioinformatics;
Demonstrate the potential for teaching excellence across all levels of the undergraduate curriculum;
Demonstrate the potential for significant scholarly activity;
Be responsive to the educational needs of our diversifying student population.

Preferred Qualifications:

We seek candidates displaying a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, including an awareness of and interest in high impact teaching practices in keeping with the mission of Jesuit higher education.

Final compensation offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, job-related experience, internal equity, and alignment with organizational budget.

Successful candidates for any staff, faculty, or administrative position at Loyola University Maryland will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Employment Eligibility

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and complete employment eligibility verification by the first day of employment at Loyola University Maryland, as required by law (e.g., Form I-9). Unless…