Assistant Professor of Biology; Anatomy and Physiology; Cochran Campus

Position: Assistant Professor of Biology (Anatomy and Physiology) (Cochran Campus)

Assistant Professor of Biology (Anatomy and Physiology) (Cochran Campus)

Location: MGA Cochran

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 291603

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi‑campus public institution, offers bachelor’s and graduate degrees and serves a diverse student body across its five campuses.

Department Information

The Department of Natural Sciences provides general science education and offers the Bachelor of Science in Biology, preparing students for graduate study or professional schools.

Job Summary

MGA is seeking a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Biology for the School of Health and Natural Sciences. The position involves teaching, scholarship, and service, with teaching duties in day, evening, online, or hybrid formats. Travel between Cochran and satellite campuses, including Dublin, is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate biology courses, including lower‑ and upper‑level electives.
• Engage in scholarly research and scholarship activities.
• Assist in student recruitment, curriculum development, mentoring, and serve on departmental and university committees.
• Travel among MGA campuses as needed.

Required Educational Qualifications

PhD in Biology or a related field, with a preference for expertise in anatomy and physiology.

Preferred Experience

• Prior successful teaching experience at the university level.
• Experience or interest in supervising undergraduate research.

Required Documents to Attach

• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information of three references
• Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. The university recruits, hires, trains, promotes, and educates persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check, employment eligibility verification, and credential verification.

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