Visiting Assistant Professor Biology

JOB DESCRIPTION

Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology at Florida Polytechnic University. Position starts August 10, 2026. The appointment is nine months paid over 12 months with potential for reappointment.

• Deliver lectures and laboratory instruction for Biology 1 and 2.
• Teach introductory biology to undergraduate students in freshman and sophomore years.
• Assist in the broader educational mission of the university.

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Biology or a closely related field; degree must be complete before the start date.

• Prior teaching experience and relevant research or industry experience.
• Participation in professional activities and organizations.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with the broad campus community.

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Health benefits administered through People First.
• Retirement options including a required state plan and additional voluntary plans.
• Annual and sick leave; paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program.
• Discounts and other perks.

• Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of at least three professional references in PDF format.
• Provide unofficial transcripts; official transcripts required upon hire.
• Foreign transcripts must include an equivalency statement from a certified evaluation service.
• Attach all required documents before submitting the application.

Positions are open until filled. Employment is contingent upon proof of legal right to work in the United States and completion of a background check (which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute § 435.04).

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and does not consider race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.